Lifeguard

• Casual Lifeguard Positions
• Hourly rate of $42.22 + Superannuation
• Position Location: Glen Waverley / Oakleigh / Clayton
• Applications close 4 October 2026

Our Active Monash Leisure Centres are highly regarded throughout the Aquatic and Recreation Industry, attracting over 1.5 million attendances per annum. Active Monash prides itself on an inclusive and diverse working environment, encouraging members to 'Participate Their Way' and providing services for all members of our community.

Our Lifeguard's primary role is to supervise guests who are engaged in aquatic activities at Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre, Clayton Aquatics and Health Club and Oakleigh Recreation Centre and to ensure the provision of a safe and secure venue for our patrons.

About the Position

Casual Lifeguard opportunities exist for dynamic, motivated and suitably experienced individuals to become part of the Lifeguard team at the Active Monash leisure facilities. Applicants will have a strong commitment to providing a customer focused, friendly and safe aquatic environment for all guests engaged in aquatic activities within the centres.

Skills and Experience

• Relevant qualifications (Pool Lifeguard Award, Senior First Aid and CPR) and experience in Lifeguarding and supervising aquatic environments
• Sound customer service skills and ability to respond to customer complaints
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to effectively maintain control and concentration over a dynamic workplace
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Applicants need only apply if they are available for a variety of daytime, night and weekend shifts as well as readily available over the summer period

Requirements

• Pool Lifeguard Qualification
• Level 2 Workplace First Aid
• CPR Qualification
• Employee Working with Children's Check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close 4 October 2026 at 11:55pm.

If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Michelle Fyfe on 9265 4819 or at [email protected]

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [email protected]

We are committed to being a child safe organisation where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We foster a safe, inclusive community for all children and young people, with zero tolerance for child-related harm.

Position Description - Lifeguard 2023.pdf