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Function of role
To provide safe supervision in pools, and rescue response as needed
Skill/knowledge set
Aquatic supervision and rescue techniques
Keen observation skills
Health and safety
Communication skills
Customer service skills
Useful experience
Competitive swimming or water sport experience
Customer service
Swim teacher
Entry requirements
Police vetting
Pool Lifeguard Skills Award or Pool Lifeguard Practicing Certificate may be the pre-employment qualification required
First aid certificate
Strong swimmer
Next role to progress to
Senior lifeguard/team leader
Facility operations
Physical requirements
Medium
Remuneration
$15-$23 per hour, or $25K-$45K per year
Approx. number of jobs available
1,000-1,500 (includes a high number of part time staff)
Turnover rate
High
Average time spent in role
2-3 years
Relevant qualifications
Pool Lifeguard Skills Award
Pool Lifeguard Practicing Certificate
New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics (Pool Lifeguard) (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Sport, Exercise and Leisure Operations (Level 3)
How to get into the role
Talk to your local pool about opportunities
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