Seasonal Lifeguard

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Job type

Seasonal

Part-time
Shift and schedule

Weekend availability

Monday to Friday

Shift work
 
Location
Orewa, Auckland
 
Full job description
Be part of a fun and active team this summer, keeping your community safe in the water
Kickstart your career in the Aquatics Industry with hands-on experience
As a summer lifeguard, enjoy an active, rewarding role where you make a real difference and have fun every day!

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Keen to make the most of your summer with a job that’s active, rewarding, and full of good vibes?


Whether you're a student, looking for a career change, or simply want to stay connected and active, this could be the perfect fit! Join Auckland Council Pool and Leisure Centres as a Summer Lifeguard and enjoy a role where you can meet great people and make a real difference in your community.


As a summer lifeguard, your job is to help everyone stay safe and have fun at our pools by keeping a close eye on things and following health and safety rules.


Your key responsibilities:
Keep the pool area safe through active supervision and friendly interactions
Promote and enforce pool rules in a positive way
Respond quickly and calmly to any First Aid emergencies

We have 3 x 20 hours fixed-term opportunities during our busy summer period from 10th Nov 2026/1st of December until February or March 2026 at our Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre. Shifts below:


Saturdays or Sundays (9:45am-6:15pm)
Mondays-Fridays (7:30am-11:30am or 11am-7:30pm)

You may also be asked to cover shifts for sickness from time to time, which could mean early mornings (with 5am starts) or late evenings (finishing at 9:15pm). We’d love all our seasonal team members to work at least one weekend day, so if you’re flexible and ready to jump in where needed, this is the perfect role for you!


As our centre operates from 5.30AM to 9PM Monday to Friday, 7 days a week, the ability to work early morning, late night, and weekend are vital. Flexibility, reliability and a commitment to working early, late, and weekend shifts are essential.


He kōrero mōu: About you

To get started, you’ll need to feel confident in the water and pass a swim test. Here’s what you’ll need to be able to do:


Swim 200m in under 6 minutes
Swim 25m using sidestroke
Swim 50m using breaststroke
Pick up an object from the bottom of the pool – max depth: 5M
Tread water for 5 minutes

To work as a lifeguard in New Zealand, you need a Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC). Don’t worry as we’ll cover the cost and provide all the training you need, for free!

You will be required to attend either of the following training dates at our West Wave location Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm:


10/11/2026 – 21/11/2026
01/12/2026 – 12/12/2026

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.


We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.


Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits


Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here note that official title is Seasonal Lifeguard

Pay rate: living wage 28.95+/hr

Applications close on Thursday 11th September 2026


Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.