Job Description
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading university and one of the world's major research universities. We employ over 6000 academic and professional staff to support the success of 41,000+ students.
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We are seeking to recruit casual Lifeguards for our newly opened state-of-the-art recreation centre, which is a hub for sport, health, and wellbeing at our university.
As a casual Lifeguard, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all patrons using our pool facilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain new skills and be part of a team working in world-class facility.
The main responsibilities of these roles include:

• General lifeguard duties, including pool supervision
• Providing exceptional customer service
• Pool water testing and monitoring
• Ensuring pool safety and H&S standards are met

For more information about the role, please view the Position Description, and to learn about the new Recreation Centre, please visit our website.
Hours
This advert is for a casual positions. Casual hours will be on-demand work covering peaks and staff absences.
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.
Salary
The hourly rate for this role is $25.90 hour.
Start Date
Training starts in February 2025.
He kōrero mōu | About you
Our ideal candidate will have a passion for lifeguarding, strong customer service skills, and a dedication to creating a safe, positive and inclusive environment for all university community members.
While having a lifeguard qualification is not essential ( full training provided), it is highly advantageous.
You will also bring the following skills and experience:

• Experience working as a lifeguard is idea, or a customer focus role
• Pool Lifeguard Practicing certificate and First Aid certificate, is a bonus
• Outstanding customer services and interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills with an eye for health and safety
• Confident swimming skills

We offer you more than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world-class educational institution.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of Thursday 5th December, to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV as one document.
We will contact candidates as they apply, and this advert may close earlier if needed.

Additional Information
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpui MVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz