Casual Lifeguard

Casual Lifeguard

Casual Role

The East Kimberley is an extraordinarily beautiful and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia, and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and it is an amazing and very unique part of Australia.  The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles and abundant opportunities. 

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believe that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important and we are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication and Respect, these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a fit and motivated Lifeguard to join our Leisure Centre Team in Kununurra on a casual basis. You will provide lifeguard services for the Shire ensuring that a safe and healthy aquatic environment is maintained at all times.  As part of our team, you will be responsible for:

• Supervising customers and applying lifeguard, first aid and emergency assistance where necessary;
• Following instructions and procedures for addressing any inappropriate behaviour;
• Providing a high level of customer service including providing appropriate information to customers on Leisure Centre programs and services;
• Assisting with cleaning the pools, grounds, change rooms and other areas as required;
• Carrying out administration tasks as required.

A current Provide First Aid Certificate, resuscitation qualification, WA Working with Children Check and Royal Life Saving WA Pool Lifeguard qualification are essential for this role.

More information about the position and the requirements are in the Position Description at the bottom of this page.

Working for SWEK means that as an employee, in addition to a competitive hourly rate, some of the other benefits you will also enjoy are:

• Salary packaging opportunities rent or mortgage interest expenses
• Shire provided work uniforms and PPE
• Opportunities for training and development
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• 11% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%

We are offering an hourly rate inclusive of allowances and Superannuation of up to $44 (dependent on skills and experience).

APPLY NOW!

If you are ready to be part of our dynamic team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Travis Aston, Kununurra Leisure Centre Team Leader on 08 9168 2120 for a confidential discussion.

To be considered, you will need to submit a covering letter outlining your interest in the position and your ability to meet the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages), a current resume and any other required documentation. Successful applicants will be required to provide an acceptable National Police Clearance (dated within six months), complete a pre-placement medical questionnaire with Drugs and Alcohol Screening and undertake a pre-employment function test.

Applications will be accepted until 11.45PM, Sunday 26/5/2024

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and all age groups to apply.

However, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement - acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance prior to interview stage of the recruitment process.

Attachments:
- 3228 - Position Description - Casual Lifeguard -March 2024.pdf