Seasonal Lifeguard | Tepid Baths and Karanga Plaza Harbour Pools

• Spend your summer poolside in a fun, active role while making a real difference in your community

• Kickstart your career with hands-on aquatic and customer service experience, full training provided, and opportunities to grow with Auckland Council

• Enjoy the living wage, free use of centre facilities, plus a range of other fantastic benefits

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Looking for a rewarding summer role where you can stay active, meet great people, build valuable skills, and do meaningful mahi for your community?  

Come and be part of the action as a Seasonal Lifeguard with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure Centres. Whether you're looking to gain hands-on experience, earn over the summer, change careers, return to the workforce, or simply stay active and connected, this is an amazing opportunity to build valuable skills while making a positive impact in your community.

Every day is different. You will help create a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for customers while supporting our centres during one of the busiest times of the year.

Your main responsibilities will include:

•    Actively supervising the pool and surrounding areas to help visitors stay safe and have fun.

•    Interacting with customers, answering questions, and creating an inclusive and welcoming experience for everyone.

•    Promoting water safety and helping people understand pool rules in a friendly and positive way.

•    Responding calmly and confidently to first aid emergencies, incidents, and other situations when needed.

•    Helping keep the centre facilities clean, tidy, and ready for customers to enjoy.

We have several fixed-term seasonal opportunities available across Tepid Baths and Karanga Plaza Harbour Pools.

Our centres operate from 5:30am to 9:30pm, so flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays is essential.

Rosters vary based on operational needs; you must be available for at least one weekend day. You may also occasionally be asked to cover sickness-related shifts, including 5:00am starts or 10:00pm finishes, so if you're reliable and ready to support the team where needed, we'd love to hear from you.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for people who:

•    Are strong, confident swimmers with excellent communication and customer service skills.

•    Are friendly, approachable team players who demonstrate initiative, professionalism, accountability, and good judgement.

•    Value diversity and inclusion, and are committed to health, safety, and delivering great outcomes.

To get started, you'll need to successfully complete a swim test, so please only apply if you can:

•    Swim 200m in under 6 minutes

•    Swim 25m using sidestroke

•    Swim 50m using breaststroke

•    Pick up an object from the bottom of the pool (max 5M depth)

•    Tread water for 5 minutes 

If you pass your swim test, you'll be invited to the Assessment Centre / Group Interview.

Assessment Centre Activity: 19 September 2026 at Tepid Baths

We'll provide and cover the cost of all training required to gain a Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC) and First Aid Certificate. Successful candidates will be required to attend either of the following training dates across Auckland CBD and West Wave, Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm:

•    9 November 2026 to 20 November 2026

•    30 November 2026 to 11 December 2026

 
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.8 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

Please view a range of our employee benefits here.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here. *Please note that the official role title is Seasonal Lifeguard.

Salary rate: $29.90/hr. *Please note, our employer KiwiSaver contribution is additional to the base salary offered.

Applications close: Sunday 6 September 2026, 11:59pm.

** Please note: Applications are reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be held before the closing date. The advertisement may close early, so we encourage you to apply promptly.

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 satisfactory police and safety checks.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including our Rainbow, disabled, and neurodivergent communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion, and to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you need any support or adjustments at any stage, please let us know or note this in your application.