He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Love the pool, fitness spaces, and working with people?
Join Auckland Council’s Network Support Team; a unique hybrid role where no two shifts are the same. You’ll move across our leisure centres supporting lifeguarding, customer service, recreation programmes, and fitness operations. You'll enjoy a variable schedule that allows you to work across different sites, supporting lifeguarding and customer support functions.
This is perfect for experienced lifeguards or recreation professionals who want variety, flexibility, and the chance to make a real impact in their community.
What you’ll be doing:
You’ll support our key areas, including but not limited to:
We will provide ALL training for you free of charge and will pay for you to attend the training to enable you to get your qualifications.
We’re hiring for a few permanent part-time positions ranging from 16 to 24 hours. You’ll work on a variable fortnightly roster between 5am – 10pm, including at least one weekend day, across sites such as West Wave and North Shore centres (Birkenhead, Albany and more). Our ideal candidate will be able to work one weekend day of the week and have flexibility to work during the day.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You’re someone who:
We provide fully paid lifeguard training and cover the cost of your Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC).
You’ll just need to pass a pre-training swim assessment:
If you do not have a current PLPC or first aid certificate, you will need to attend the training from 6 July to 17 July at West Wave.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
As one of New Zealand's largest employers, Auckland Council provides a range of development opportunities, allowing you to grow both laterally and vertically in your career. You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including the option of a Zoo pass and a range of partnership discounts. And as a Leisure Centre employee, you will enjoy free use of the facilities.
Join our highly motivated and capable Network Support Team and take advantage of an exciting hybrid opportunity to develop your leadership skills. As a valued member of our team, you'll have the chance to work as a lifeguard or a customer service representative.
Tono Mai: Apply Now!
*Official Job Title is Network Team Member
Click link to access the Position Description
Pay rate: $29.32+/h (to be increased in Sept 2026)
Applications Close: Sunday 7 June 2026 at 23:59
Auckland Council is committed to the protection and well-being 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.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
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