At Splash Palace, we're passionate about helping our community feel confident in and around the water - and we know that starts with a great team.

We have a number of permanent part-time Lifeguard positions available in our friendly Aquatic Services team. Hours available are:

• Tues - 3.30pm - 6.30pm
• Weds - 5.30am - 8.30am
• Sat - 7.30am - 10.30am and 11.00am - 2.00pm
• Sun - 8.00am - 12.00pm

Splash Palace is open every day from as early as 5.30am to as late as 9.00pm, so flexibility is key. Our ideal candidate would be able to pick up extra shifts during these opening hours.

The starting rate for this position is $26.20 with the ability to increase, based on skills and experience.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Provide constant supervision of pools, including rotating as directed by the Supervisor, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all customers and staff.
• Participate in the delivery of safe and effective aquatic operations, including the daily programme, as directed by the Supervisor.
• Clean or tidy areas where required to ensure pools, pool surrounds, seating, dressing rooms, toilets, showers, staff room and store rooms are clean and tidy to a satisfactory level.
• Respond to all accidents and incidents safely and effectively, and report these promptly.
• Undertake tasks delegated by the Supervisor in a timely and efficient manner, to a high standard.

What you will bring:

• National Lifeguard Award, or be willing to obtain
• First Aid Certificate, or be willing to obtain
• Competent and confident swimmer and able to maintain the National Lifeguard Award on an ongoing basis.
• Demonstrate a "can do" attitude, and have the ability to multitask
• Be able to pass an initial water-based skills test

What we offer:

• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus on employee health and well-being, including workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships, etc.
• KiwiSaver and superannuation schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments, such as the doctor, bank, dentist, etc.

Waihōpai Invercargill offers a lifestyle that's relaxed, rewarding, and easy to enjoy. Short commutes make getting to work stress-free, while access to beaches, rivers, parks, and nature reserves gives you plenty of options for weekends and downtime. With a friendly, welcoming community, affordable living, and family-friendly amenities, Invercargill makes it simple to balance work, life, and play - all in a city full of character, charm, and opportunities to truly feel at home.

Invercargill City Council is committed to the wellbeing and protection of children, the elderly and vulnerable adults. As a component of this role involves interaction with one or more of the above groups, as part of the assessment of candidates, we will require Police Vetting as per the Children's Act 2014 and a Pre-employment Alcohol and Drug Screening test to ensure we are providing a safe environment for our customers and members of the public.

For more information, please see the full position description or contact Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please don't apply directly via SEEK as we won't receive your application. Apply online at Jobs - Invercargill City Council.

Applications close 30 November 2025. Please note, applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand.