Job Description

Lead Lifeguard | Albany Stadium Pool

• Help us get "More Aucklanders more active, more often”
• Enjoy free use of Centre facilities plus a range of other benefits
• Great development pathway and multiple opportunities within Auckland Council

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Our pool and leisure facilities are more popular than ever, and as Lead Lifeguard, for our Albany Stadium Pool, you will play a key part in ensuring that all customers not only have a fantastic experience but a safe one.

Your main responsibilities will include the following:

• Providing guidance on and supporting the delivery of aquatics-based programmes
• General lifeguarding duties to ensure customers are safe and looked after
• Supporting the Team Leader with day-to-day operations at the Centre.

This is a one year fixed-term/secondment full-time until 27/04/2027. As our centre opens 7 days a week, the ability to work early and late shifts, as well as weekends, is crucial in this role. Shifts below:

• Sunday 7:30am-4pm, Monday 1:30-10pm, Tuesday 7:30-4pm ( will be spent on administrative tasks), Wednesday 5am-1:30pm, and Thursday 1:30-10pm

You will be required to attend the following training dates. Monday to Friday at West Wave, 8am-4pm:

• Tuesday 7th April - 17th April 2026

He kōrero mōu: About you

You’ll have a passion for aquatics and enjoy sharing your knowledge and experience with customers and colleagues to improve water safety. You will be an excellent communicator and committed to delivering exceptional aquatic programmes and providing a high level of customer satisfaction.

Joining an energetic and passionate team, you’ll be a keen team player with a flexible approach and be able to take the initiative to help drive a positive safety culture.

We are looking for people who are strong swimmers, dedicated to helping others. To work as a pool, lead lifeguard in New Zealand, you will need to hold a Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC).

The first step in becoming a lifeguard for Auckland Council is to be able to pass this swim test. Please only apply for this position if you feel you can:

• Swim 200m in under 6 minutes
• Swim 25m sidestroke
• Swim 50m breaststroke
• Retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool
• Tread water for 5 minutes

Please note that a swim test is not required if you hold an active and valid PLPC. Also, you must also be willing to complete First Aid training.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including a range of partnership discounts. And as you will be a Leisure Centre employee, you will enjoy free use of the facilities.

We are committed in promoting a workplace that respects the contributions of everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or background. Our goal is to pursue an inclusive environment where every individual is appreciated and empowered to express their selves at work. We welcome all applications, help us get 'More Aucklanders more active, more often'!"

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here

Pay rate: 30.02/hour

Applications close on Tuesday 24 February 2026

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment.  This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check. 

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and encourage applications from everyone — regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background or religious belief — as well as from those who are disabled and/or neurodivergent. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.