Lifeguard - Thebarton Aquatic Centre

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is an accredited social enterprise and locally governed not-for-profit that has served our community for more than 175 years. Our mission is to work together to provide opportunities for all people to grow in body, mind and spirit. We deliver programs and services across the state, including early learning, schools, recreation and aquatic centres, gymnastics, allied health, camps and youth services. As a preferred employer, we invest in our people as much as we invest in our community. We back our people with genuine career pathways in aquatics, in a team culture that genuinely cares about water safety and each other.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Based at Thebarton Aquatic Centre, you’ll keep pool users safe and be a visible, trusted presence in the community. This is a casual role with flexible shifts designed to fit around study or other commitments. Key duties are:

• Supervise pool users actively to ensure safety at all times

• Identify risks and respond to incidents or emergencies promptly

• Deliver first aid and emergency response when required

• Promote safe aquatic practices and positive patron behaviours

• Maintain pool operations, equipment setup, and safety compliance

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Successful candidates will also have:

• Pool Lifeguard certificate

• Valid HLTAID011 Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 Provide CPR (or willingness to obtain)

• RRHAN-EC Masterclass (or willingness to complete)

• Strong communication skills and commitment to safety

BENEFITS

• $34.96/hr + super — competitive casual rate (junior rates may apply)

• Flexible casual shifts to suit study or other commitments

• Free access to YMCA SA pools, gyms and courts for you and your immediate family

• Pathways into senior roles within YMCA SA

• 20% discount on YMCA SA programs, classes, café and merchandise

• Health & Wellbeing - free annual flu vaccination + 24/7 EAP support

HOW TO APPLY

Hit Apply to send through your Resume and Cover Letter. For a confidential chat, contact Ryan Cooke on (08) 8200 2531 or ryan.cooke@ymcasa.org.au.

Applications close Thursday, 26th of November 2026.

We are a Duke of Ed Employer. We recognise that young people who have completed The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award can demonstrate initiative and skills such as teamwork and communication. If you've completed the Award, we'd love to hear about it in your application.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we're committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. All candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles, including:

• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)

• DHS Working with Children Check

• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)

Learn more here.

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding children, young people, and other vulnerable people.