Casual Lifeguards

Job No: WGC187

Location: Walgett

Employment Status: Casual

No. of Vacancies: 1

Closing Date: 31 Oct 2025 AEDT

Walgett Shire Council Area

Walgett Shire Council is a local government on the border of New South Wales and Queensland that provides services to Walgett, Lightning Ridge, Collarenebri and the surrounding rural areas. The Shire covers an area of 22,000 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 6,000.

POSITIONS VACANT

Casual Lifeguards - Walgett & Collarenebri

Walgett Shire Council is seeking Casual Lifeguards for our Aquatic Facilities, for the 2025/26 Season.

Our lifeguards supervise patrons within the pool environment and prevent drowning.

Lifeguards are also responsible for:
• Maintaining public safety
• The smooth running of the swimming pool
• Compliance with WHS standards
• Carrying out maintenance of amenities, grounds and pool infrastructure
• Customer service and sales

These positions will suit enthusiastic outdoor adventure lovers, hospitality professionals, or travellers in the area over the seasonal period. Hourly rates are between $36.09 and $45.07 based on qualifications, skills and experience.

The role is casual, with hours of work spread across a 7 day week, noting that the pool opening hours will depend on staff availability, but will generally be 11am - 7pm.

ESSENTIAL

Suitable applicants must:

have good verbal communication skills,
be able to work independently as well as part of a team,
have a high level of customer service,
be available and willing to work on weekends and during school holidays.

DESIRABLE

You will also need the following qualifications, but if you don't have them yet, it's ok - we will train you:

1. Current Royal Life Saving Society Lifeguard Licence
2. Current Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate, including oxygen use
3. Current First Aid Certificate

To view the position description, Click here

Closing date for initial round applications is 9am, Friday 29 August 2025, but we will continue to take applications throughout the swimming season.

How to Apply: Scroll down to commence your application or go to Walgett Shire Council's website https://www.walgett.nsw.gov.au/council/positions-vacant/ and follow the links.

Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a smoke free work environment.

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Casual Lifeguards

Job No: WGC187 Location: Walgett Employment Status: Casual No. of Vacancies: 1 Closing Date: 31 Oct 2025 AEDT

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INTRODUCING WALGETT SHIRE

Job No: WGC187

Location: Walgett

Employment Status: Casual

No. of Vacancies: 1

Closing Date: 31 Oct 2025 AEDT