Paid Lifeguards & Community Education Instructors

Paid Lifeguards & Community Education Instructors Seasonal Staff Opportunities 2026/2027 Eastern Region Each year, Surf Life Saving New Zealand leads beach and coastal safety across Aotearoa, patrolling over 90 locations. If you’re ready to make a real difference, this is your chance to help save lives and protect our coastlines. Available Roles Fixed Term and Casual opportunities (Eastern Region) Paid Lifeguard Paid Lifeguard - Head/Senior Community Education Instructor Community Education Instructor - Head/Senior Period: November 2026 – March 2027 Opportunities are available across all regions of New Zealand, with separate advertisements published for each region. Minimum Requirements Core Requirements (All Applicants) Current SLSNZ Surf Lifeguard Award (or recognised equivalent) Current Surf First Aid (or equivalent) Minimum 1 season (or 1 year) patrol experience 16+ years of age NZ Restricted Driver Licence (or equivalent) Additional Requirements – Paid Lifeguard IRB Crew qualification Meet fitness standards (swim and run requirements) Paid Lifeguard Life as a Paid Lifeguard is rewarding, fast-paced, and unforgettable. You will: Patrol beaches and ensure public safety Respond to incidents, including rescues and first aid Maintain vigilance in dynamic coastal environments Train regularly with a dedicated, supportive team From early morning trainings to long summer days on the beach, you’ll be part of a close-knit crew making a real impact. Community Education Instructor Help shape safer beachgoers of the future. You will: Deliver engaging, hands‑on surf safety programmes Teach essential water safety skills in schools and at the beach Create fun, safe learning environments for children You’ll be part of a close-knit crew making a real impact. What We’re Looking For Experienced Surf Lifeguards and SLSNZ members Passion for beach safety and community engagement Strong teamwork and communication skills Commitment to our values and high performance standards What You’ll Get Comprehensive training and development The opportunity to work alongside a diverse, motivated team Flexible opportunities (fixed term and casual roles available) A summer experience that is both meaningful and memorable Sound Like You? If you're passionate about protecting our coastlines, committed to our values, and ready for the demands of the season, we'd love to hear from you! Join us this summer! Be part of a team that makes a real difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr