Aquatic Programs - Lifeguard

The Pool Lifeguard plays a vital role in our aquatic center, responsible for the safety and enjoyment of all pool users. Beyond supervision, lifeguards build relationships, identify risks, and create a fun, safe environment. This role involves maintaining pool chemistry, cleanliness, and a high standard of customer service. Shifts may vary to meet facility and member needs.

• Ensure the safety of pool patrons by maintaining a constant patrol and providing first aid and rescue services.
• Create a clean, friendly, and well-maintained aquatic environment for members and families.
• Identify potential risk factors and take proactive measures to mitigate them.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with facility members, employees, and families.
• Supervise the pool and its surroundings, ensuring a high level of supervision without compromising the fun atmosphere.
• Conduct basic water quality control and testing procedures to maintain pool chemistry.
• Work flexible shifts, including weekends, early mornings, and evenings, to meet the needs of the facility and its members.
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing any inquiries or concerns promptly.
• Interact with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring an inclusive and welcoming environment.

• Current RLSSA Pool Lifeguard Certificate
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Experience in Pool Lifeguard roles, with knowledge of pool operations and basic water quality control.
• Strong customer service skills and a passion for helping people.
• Experience in exercise screening, prescription, and fitness testing.
• Ability to problem-solve and work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with a diverse range of individuals.
• A strong work ethic and a commitment to providing a positive customer experience.
• Paid Working with Children Check is mandatory for this role.

UOW Pulse is the social hub of the University of Wollongong. We offer entertainment and activities, food and retail, children's services, student engagement, sport, recreation and much more. We offer a quality community to complement the student's academic life with our sole purpose being to create the ultimate dynamic and engaging campus environment to enhance the community university campus experience. UOW Pulse prides itself on living its individual values ofSupport,Community,Agility,QualityandPlay, within and incorporating the values ofIntegrity,Passion,Courage,ExcellenceandCollaboration.

UniActive is run by UOW Pulse Ltd. UniActive encompasses all things Sport & Fitness at the University of Wollongong, with the majority of our facilities located on the idyllic grounds of main campus. With two 5-star fitness centres, multiple pristine sporting ovals, a 50m outdoor swimming pool, two indoor sports stadiums and more, our workplace is a playground for anyone with a passion for health and fitness!

• Job Identification 6158
• Job Category Health and Fitness
• Posting Date 12/03/2025, 03:05 AM
• Locations Northfields Ave, Wollongong, NSW, 2522, AU