Nippers Instructors & Lifeguards

Summer Crew Wanted! Beach Safety Instructors, Lifeguards & Café Attendants

The Ultimate Summer Job with Unbeatable Harbour Views!

Managed by BlueFit since 2010, Greenwich Baths is an iconic Sydney harbour beach location. We’re gearing up for a huge summer season and looking for energetic, enthusiastic team members to join our summer crew across three exciting roles:

1. Beach Safety "Nippers" Instructors (Sundays Only: Nov–Dec 2026 & Feb–Mar 2027)
2. Pool & Beach Lifeguards (Flexible Weekday & Weekend Shifts)
3. Café Attendants (Flexible Weekday & Weekend Shifts)

Whether you’re looking to gain valuable leadership skills, work outdoors, or deliver exceptional customer service with a view, we have a spot for you!

The Roles at a Glance

1. Beach Safety "Nippers" Instructor (Sundays Only)

Get paid to run fun, high-energy beach activities and teach local kids real water safety skills!

• When: Sundays only (7:45 AM – 10:45 AM) across an 8-week season (Early Nov–Mid Dec 2026 & Early Feb–Late Mar 2027).
• What You’ll Do: Lead groups of kids through 6 fun station rotations (Boards, Water Safety, Flags, Noodles, Balls, and Obstacle Course/Tug of War). Bring the energy—high-fives, big encouragement, and a focus on water safety!
• Requirements: Confident in/around the water, energetic, and great with kids. No prior teaching experience needed - attitude matters most and we will train you!

2. Lifeguard (Summer Season)

Keep our guests safe while enjoying the best outdoor workplace in Sydney!

• What You’ll Do: Active supervision of our beach and swimming areas, enforcing water safety, preventing incidents, and responding to emergencies with confidence.
• Requirements: Pool Lifeguard License (or willingness to obtain), First Aid, CPR, and a strong commitment to safety.

3. Café Attendant (Summer Season)

Be the friendly face of Greenwich Baths!

• What You’ll Do: Serve delicious cold drinks, ice creams, snacks, and coffee to our beachgoers, handle register transactions, and keep the café sparkling clean.
• Requirements: Friendly attitude, reliable work ethic, and basic customer service experience (barista skills are a bonus!).

What We’re Looking For:

• Reliability & Energy: Upbeat, punctual, and ready to bring positive vibes to the beach.

• Community & Safety Mindset: Dedicated to keeping our venue safe, clean, and welcoming for local families.

• Certifications Required (or willing to obtain):

  • Current First Aid & CPR Certificates
  • Valid Working with Children Check (if aged 18+)
  • For Lifeguards: Valid Pool Lifeguard Certification

The BlueFit Perks:

• FREE Facility Access: Complimentary access to ALL BlueFit facilities nationwide (including Lane Cove Aquatic Centre!).
• Sunday Perks: Free bacon & egg / sausage rolls for our Sunday Nippers team after each session.
• Real Resume Boost: Build hands-on experience in leadership, public safety, coaching, teamwork, and customer service.
• The Ultimate Workplace: Unmatched Sydney Harbour views and a supportive, active team culture.

How to Apply

Ready to spend your summer by the water?

Click APPLY NOW and submit your resume. Please mention in your application which role(s) you are most interested in: Beach Safety Instructor (Nippers), Lifeguard, or Café Attendant!