Lifeguard at YMCA NSW

Turramurra, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Communication, Observation, Emergency Response, Safety Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Our Recreation Team is a vibrant, close-knit community of people who thrive on connection, movement, and making a difference. From Duty Managers and Customer Service Officers to Instructors and Coordinators, our team transforms 18 Recreation Centres into welcoming, inclusive, and safe spaces—offering health, fitness, and recreation opportunities to those who need them most. As part of the Y family, you’ll help support the wellbeing of vulnerable and underrepresented communities, always acting with integrity and respect. In return, we offer flexible hours, free facility membership, and the chance to build valuable leadership and life skills—all while making a real impact. Kick start a career in Aquatics by becoming a Y Lifeguard Casual role up to 30 hours per week Help create a fun, safe and enjoyable environment for our patrons Our Lifeguards at Ku-ring-gai Fitness & Aquatic Centre are a passionate team that are focused on making sure our patrons are safe at all times. The facilities include an indoor heated leisure pool, water playground, 25m indoor pool and a 50m outdoor pool. About the role Reporting to the Operations Team Leader, you will work a flexible roster across 7 days. The ours of operation are 5.30am to 9pm Monday to Friday and 7am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday but the greatest need is during the day Monday to Friday. The role will see you actively supervise the pool and surrounding areas, ensuring the environment is safe, clean and enjoyable for all our members and visitors within our centre. You will be responsible for identifying any safety issues and will manage and respond to emergency incidents and related reporting. About you You are a self-motivated and customer service focussed individual. Your superior communication and observation skills, along with your ability to keep calm and act quickly in an emergency situation will see you excel in this role! To secure the role you will require the following: Current First Aid certificate Current CPR certificate Pool Lifeguard Licence Previous experience working at an Aquatic facility Who What Y? The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact, and empowering young people. We operate 18 recreation centres, 47 out-of-school-hours care services, and two camping locations, employing over 1,000 staff across NSW to deliver enriching community programs. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Benefits & Experience The Y offers a range of benefits including: Above award rates of pay Salary sacrifice benefits Free access to Y sites & programs Discounts on a range of products and services including groceries Branded clothing supplied Paid essential training & development Additional leave including wellbeing days Reward & recognition program Employee Assistance Program Reconciliation Action Plan

Responsibilities

You will actively supervise the pool and surrounding areas, ensuring a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for all members and visitors. You will also be responsible for identifying safety issues and managing emergency incidents.