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Function of role
To assist with the management of a lifeguard team to provide safe supervision in pools and provide rescue response as needed
Skill/knowledge set
Aquatic supervision and rescue techniques
Lead emergency responses
Keen observation skills
Water testing
Facility operations
Health and safety
Risk management
Human resources
Lifeguard training
Communications skills
Customer service skills
Useful experience
Experience in any of the things referred to under the above skills and knowledge set
Entry requirements
Police vetting
Pool Lifeguard Practicing Certificate
First aid certificate
New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics (Pool Lifeguard) (Level 3)
Next role to progress to
Team leader
Facility operations
Water treatment
Trainer/ assessor
Physical requirements
Medium
Remuneration
$45K-$55K per year if fulltime. $22-$30 per hour if contracted
Approx. number of jobs available
350
Turnover rate
Medium
Average time spent in role
2-5 years
Relevant qualifications
New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics (Senior Pool Lifeguard) (Level 4)
New Zealand Certificate in Business (Introduction to Team Leadership) (Level 3)
How to get into the role
Have worked as a pool lifeguard for a minimum of 12 months
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