Lifeguards -Summer Pool's

(Do you enjoy being active and want to work outdoors this summer? ) About the role Our Lifeguards play a key role in creating a fun, clean and safe environment for our community to enjoy Work in a large friendly team who are well-trained to respond to any emergency Part-time positions available in Darfield and Southbridge Pool/s Choose your preferred location and get the opportunity to work across any of our community pools in Selwyn when required All training and support are provided for you to become a NZ qualified Pool Lifeguard (which includes NZQA credits) We also cover the cost of your First Aid Certificate About You You’ll be a natural when it comes to problem-solving and thinking on your feet and have the skills to communicate with a diverse range of customers. Previous experience as a lifeguard is an advantage but it's not essential as full training will be provided. You must have excellent Customer Services and communication skills. Confident in the water Physically fit - able to stand and walk for extended periods of time Thinks clearly and remains calm during an emergency Available to work shifts over summer (November 2025 to March 2026) At least 16years of age (or be turning 16 by the 26 September 2026) - this is a safety requirement to become a Lifeguard The Process If shortlisted, you’ll be required to complete a swim assessment. You must be able to pass this swim assessment to progress. The Swim test comprises of successfully completing the following: 200m continuously any stroke in less than 6 minutes 50m breaststroke 25m sidestroke 5 mins treading water Retrieve an object form the deepest area of the Pool At interview we will discuss specific hours of work and check your availability You must be able to attend all training to be successful After the interview, you will be required to undertake two full days of Lifeguard training with a follow-up assessment to gain your Pool Lifeguard Qualification. You will also be required to attend First Aid training. Interviews will be held from 4 September through to 11 September 2026 Lifeguard training will be held on 26 and 27th September 2026, at Selwyn Aquatic Centre First Aid training will be held on 29 September and 30 September 2026 at Selwyn Aquatic Centre Lifeguard Assessments will be held on 1 October 2026, at Selwyn Aquatic Centre Shadowing shifts (up to 20 hours) will be required between 2 nd to 11 th October 2026 Pools open 14 November 2026 We value the safety of our staff and Customers, therefore any appointments for this role are subject to a satisfactory Police vetting check and passing a drug and alcohol test prior to receiving an employment offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr