🏊‍♂️ Lifeguard | Defence Fitness Centre

As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for supervising swimming pool operations and ensuring all lifeguarding activities are conducted to the highest safety and operational standards. You will actively monitor pool users, perform rescue and first aid duties when require, and support the overall operation of the Fitness Centre.

✅ Supervising patrons and ensuring a safe swimming environment at all times
✅ Monitoring pool activities and maintaining constant observation of swimmers
✅ Performing lifesaving and rescue activities when required
✅ Administering first aid and maintaining first aid supplies
✅ Conducting daily pool water quality testing and basic pool plant duties
✅ Testing defibrillators and maintaining accurate records
✅ Managing pool and facility bookings
✅ Assisting with gym equipment setup for Defence Physical Training Instructors
✅ Ensuring authorised patron access and sign-in compliance
✅ Identifying and addressing potential safety hazards
✅ Maintaining clean and presentable pool, change room, and facility areas

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar Pool Lifeguard role
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word
• Current Working with Children Check (where required)

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Strong commitment to safety and risk management
• Ability to work effectively in a secure and regulated environment
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities
• Proven experience working with people from diverse backgrounds

• HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid
• SISSS00133 - Pool Lifeguard
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• National Police Check

• Australian Citizenship
• Provide a Clear Police check
• Ability to obtain a pre-employment medical clearance (including Drug & Alcohol testing)
• Relevant qualifications are essential
• Defence or military experience – highly desirable
• Open to obtaining a defence clearance through our process

If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of a great team, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Click “Apply” now to complete our online application process.

ISS is committed to creating a culture that values inclusion and diversity, where all people are treated fairly and respectfully. We encourage applications from:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Veterans
• People with disability
• People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Members of the LGBTIQA+ community

We are an ethical employer, recognised for fair pay, safe workplaces, and strong values.
To learn more about ISS Australia & New Zealand, visit www.au.issworld.com

Advertised: 01 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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