Are you ready to be a part of something exceptional? Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values—positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond—we're passionate about creating a team full of outstanding individuals who are as passionate about shaping the future as we are.
Our friendly Aquatic Services team have permanent part-time Lifeguard positions available.
The hours available are Wednesday 4pm-8pm, Saturday 7:30am-2:30pm and Sunday 2pm-6pm.
Key responsibilities for this role include: Provide constant supervision of pools, including rotating as directed by the Supervisor, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all customers and staff. Participate in the delivery of safe and effective aquatic operations, including the daily programme, as directed by the Supervisor. Clean or tidy areas where required to ensure pools, pool surrounds, seating, dressing rooms, toilets, showers, staff room and store rooms are clean and tidy to a satisfactory level. Respond to all accidents and incidents safely and effectively, and reporting these promptly. Undertake tasks delegated by the Supervisor in a timely and efficient manner, to a high standard. What you will bring: National Lifeguard Award or be willing to obtain First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain Competent and confident swimmer and, on an ongoing basis, able to maintain the National Lifeguard Award Demonstrate a "can do" attitude, and have the ability to multitask Be able to pass an initial water based skills test What we offer: Career progression and training/development opportunities Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes Access to sick leave from day one of employment Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments eg. Doctor, bank, dentist Waihopai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Oreti Beach & the Waihopai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complimented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home!
The Invercargill City Council is committed to the wellbeing and protection of children, the elderly and vulnerable adults. As a component of this role involves interaction with one or more of the above groups, as part of the assessment of candidates, we will require Police Vetting as per the Children's Act 2014 and a Pre-employment Alcohol and Drug Screening test to ensure we are providing a safe environment for our customers and members of the public.
For more information, please see the full position description or contact the Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please don't apply directly via SEEK as we won't receive your application. Apply online at Careers | Invercargill City Council (icc.govt.nz)
Applications close 19 November 2024. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.
Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand. Join our mailing list for exclusive job hunting tips and offers:
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