Casual Swimming Pool Attendant/Lifeguard Do you have experience in lifeguarding and aquatic recreation, or a keen willingness to learn? This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a willingness to learn and a proactive attitude to embark on a new career journey! As a Casual Swimming Pool Attendant / Lifeguard you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our patrons, while maintaining the cleanliness and order of our swimming pool facility. If required, Cook Shire Council is willing to provide the training needed to become fully qualified! We are seeking someone who: is genuinely interested in a career in Aquatic Recreation is willing to learn is proactive towards workplace health and safety is positive and team orientated How to apply To apply, please review the Candidate Information Pack for this position. To be considered for selection you will need to submit: a Cover Letter outlining why you are interested in this role; and a detailed and up to date Resume/CV. Applications should be submitted online. Click on the "Apply Now" tab below to apply. Applications Close 9.00am Wednesday 10 June 2026 , Don't miss your chance to apply! Cook Shire Council will be assessing applications as they are submitted, and reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. SUMMARY & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Job reference CSC182 Position: Casual Swimming Pool Attendant / Lifeguard Location: Cooktown Community Swimming Pool, 10 Charles Street, Cooktown Tenure: Casual Remuneration: Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B: Division 2, Section 5) Award – State 2017 – Level 1 to 3, dependent on qualifications and experience Between $40.33 and $41.48 per hour. Penalty rates apply for weekend work Superannuation 12% Superannuation contributions Cook Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse workplace. Indigenous community members and women are strongly encouraged to apply. All applications are assessed on merit. Apply Now
