- Join us in creating a safe, fun and memorable pool experience for locals and visitors!
- Competitive hourly rate + 25% casual loading + penalty rates + 12% superannuation.
- Several casual opportunities available - join our team for the next season.
About the role
The City of Coffs Harbour is hiring several casual Pool Lifeguards for the upcoming season. In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patrons, responding quickly to incidents, and maintaining clean, well-functioning aquatic facilities. If you have strong water safety skills, a calm and focused presence, and the qualifications to lead in a public-facing environment, we'd love to have you on board.
To be part of our team, you will have the flexibility to work across a 7-day rotating roster and at the City's three pool locations in Woolgoolga, Coffs Harbour and Sawtell.
Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as received. Should all positions be filled, the campaign may close before the advertised closing date.
Please refer to the Position Description for a more detailed understanding of the role.
About you
Successful candidates will hold a current NSW Pool Lifeguard Certificate, CPR and First Aid accreditation, a valid paid WWCC (not applicable to those under 18yrs), and a willingness to obtain a National Police Check. Strong fitness, rescue readiness and situational awareness are essential, along with the ability to respond swiftly and work independently. Excellent communication and teamwork skills round out this high-responsibility, public-facing role.
Not fully qualified? There are potential opportunities for successful candidates to receive a subsidy to complete their training.
What's on offer?
- Starting hourly rate at $30.85 + 25% casual loading + penalty rates as applicable + 12% super
- Several casual opportunities available
- Numerous benefits as outlined here!
About us
The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of
living on the Coffs Coast
Want to chat?
Please reach out to Richard Leslie, Team Leader Pools at
richard.leslie@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 0447 106 542 to discuss the role in more detail.
If you have any queries around or require specific assistance or adjustments with any aspect of the application/recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at
recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au
Want to apply?
To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to:
https://coffsharbour.recruitmenthub.com.au/Positions-Vacant & enter ref code: 6788045.
Applications are to be submitted by 9pm (AEST, NSW) on 10 August 2025
The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.
