Casual Event Lifeguards

About the role

Surf Life Saving Services (SLSS) is seeking casual Event Lifeguards to join its Event Safety team, providing professional water safety services at sporting events, community activities, festivals and major waterfront events across Greater Sydney. You will work alongside experienced lifeguards, first aid officers, paramedics and event personnel, helping identify and manage risks, prevent incidents and respond to aquatic emergencies.

Key responsibilities

• Provide proactive water safety surveillance from land and in-water positions
• Identify potential hazards and implement preventative safety measures
• Respond to aquatic emergencies and perform rescues according to operational procedures and training
• Provide first aid assistance within your qualifications and authorised scope of practice
• Assist with event setup, equipment preparation, safety checks and pack down
• Support vessel-based water safety operations where appropriately qualified
• Maintain accurate incident reports and operational records
• Work collaboratively with event personnel to keep a safe, professional environment

Required profile

• Experience and practical knowledge in lifeguarding, surf lifesaving or a similar public safety environment
• Strong swimming ability, water safety awareness and sound decision-making
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Professional, reliable and proactive approach to safety and customer service
• Ability to stay calm in challenging situations
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (paid employment) or willingness to obtain it before starting
• A current unrestricted driver's licence, access to your own vehicle and the ability to travel between event locations are highly regarded

Required skills

• SLSA Bronze Medallion / Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue), or equivalent
• HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
• HLTAID015 - Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
• All training, qualifications, assessments and induction requirements must be completed before operational duties begin

What we offer

• Flexible casual employment with shifts across a range of events
• Opportunities to work at sporting, community and major waterfront events across Sydney, the Northern Beaches, Western Sydney, Central Coast, Illawarra and Hunter regions
• A supportive, experienced Event Safety team
• Ongoing training and skill development

Applications are made through SEEK.