Thank you for your interest in seasonal outdoor pool positions. As the summer season concludes, we are not currently accepting new applications. We encourage you to check back next summer for exciting opportunities to join our team.


Looking for a fun, flexible and rewarding job this summer? We’re on the lookout for fantastic people to join our outdoor pools team as lifeguards.

At the Y, we manage multiple outdoor pools at recreation and aquatic centres across Victoria. We’re currently recruiting for pool lifeguards at our outdoor pools within the following regions:

  • Bass Coast, Baw Baw, Benalla, Bendigo, Boroondara, Banyule, Casey;
  • Corangamite, Hindmarsh, Latrobe, Knox, Maribyrnong, Melbourne City Council;
  • Merri-bek, Moyne and South Gippsland.

Express your interest today in becoming a lifeguard.

Pool lifeguard jobs

Join our team as a pool lifeguard and help everyone have a safe, fun summer.

We’re looking for pro-active, focused and motivated individuals to ensure the safety of our outdoor pool visitors.

Your duties as a pool lifeguard will include supervising our outdoor pool space, anticipating and responding to any problems, and educating facility users about how to stay safe.

So if you have an Aquatic Pool Lifeguard certificate, First Aid and CPR certificates, and want to help keep your community safe – we want to hear from you.

Why work with the Y?

There are many great reasons to work with the Y! When you join our seasonal outdoor pool team, you’ll be able to:

  • keep your community safe;
  • work with a great group of people;
  • enjoy flexible hours;
  • get free access to YMCA gyms, recreation and aquatic centres across Victoria;
  • and take advantage of career development opportunities.

Not sure which role is right for you?

We’re always on the hunt for people who are enthusiastic, skilled and willing to learn. Join our Talent Community and upload your resume and we’ll be in touch when a new opportunity comes up.

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