Lifeguard - Part Time at University of Auckland

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jul, 26

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

14 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lifeguarding, Customer service, Pool water testing, Health and safety, Swimming, First aid, Communication, Attention to detail, Physical fitness, Emergency response

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Job Description Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity We are looking for a Part-time Lifeguard to join our team at Hiwa, the university’s state-of-the-art Recreation Centre located right in the heart of Auckland on Symonds Street. This is much more than a typical pool role as you will be working at a vibrant hub for sport and wellbeing that serves as the social heartbeat for our students and the wider community. Our Aquatic Hall is a world-class facility featuring a versatile stainless-steel pool, dive wells with springboards, and premium recovery spaces like our spa and sauna. As a lifeguard in this engaging environment, you will be responsible for the safety of a diverse range of patrons while enjoying the buzz of a central city campus. If you have a background with the university or simply thrive in an active and social setting, this is a brilliant chance to develop your professional skills in a facility that represents the very best in modern recreation design. The main responsibilities of this role include: General lifeguard duties, including pool supervision Providing exceptional customer service Pool water testing and monitoring Ensuring pool safety and H&S standards are met This is a permanent part-time position working 11.5 hours per week (0.3 FTE). The salary range is $55,634 to $60,000 per annum ($28.53 to $30.70 per hour), which will be pro-rated based on your hours. The final offer will be negotiable depending on your skills and experience. The set shifts for this role are: Friday: 5:30 am – 1:30 pm Sunday: 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm A full description of your duties and the role are provided in the position description linked HERE. He kōrero mōu | About You Our ideal candidate is not just a confident swimmer, but a proactive, responsible, and approachable professional. We are looking for individuals with a genuine interest for public safety, strong customer service skills, and a dedication to creating a safe, positive, and genuinely inclusive environment for all university community members. This is a dynamic, high-visibility role where your self-awareness and attention to detail are key to protecting our patrons. Training & Qualifications: While holding a current lifeguard qualification is highly desirable, it is not essential—we provide full, comprehensive training for the right candidate. A Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate and/or a First Aid Certificate would be a definite bonus and highly advantageous. E rapua ana mātou | We are seeking: Experience working as a lifeguard is ideal, or demonstrable success in any other fast-paced, customer-focused role. Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage positively with a diverse range of people. Strong communication skills with an eye for detail regarding health and safety procedures and compliance. Highly confident swimming skills and the physical fitness required for effective pool supervision and rescue. The ability to be fully reliable, punctual, and available for the rostered shifts. Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 6,000 academic and professional staff to support over 47,000 students making us one of NZ’s largest employers. We cultivate an environment that supports your growth and rewards hard work with a range of excellent benefits, including: Competitive salary and five weeks of annual leave. Superannuation/KiwiSaver matching up to 6.75% Leading and inclusive parental leave options. Career development programmes and discounted on-site amenities. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply Please submit your application online by the closing date of Tuesday, 28 April 2026. Your application should include: A brief Cover Letter explaining why you're interested in this role and how your skills match the requirements. Your updated CV. For a confidential discussion, you are welcome to contact Jack Simkin (Aquatics Team Leader) at [email protected] #LI-DNI Additional Information Equity The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz Campus: Auckland City Campus Position Number: 55573175 UoA Department Name: Sports and Recreation Compensation: NZD 56634 - NZD 60000 - yearly

Responsibilities

The lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons in the aquatic facility through active supervision and pool monitoring. Additional duties include performing water quality tests and maintaining high standards of health and safety.