This is your chance!

SLSWA is now accepting applications for the role of Lifeguard for the 2018/19 season!

Applicants will need to meet selection criteria, and in doing so may be invited to undertake a physical assessment and interview.

Upon the successful completion of the physical assessment and interview, applicants may be offered the opportunity to attend the SLSWA lifeguard induction and thereafter be placed into the SLSWA lifeguard roster.

For applicants to be eligible for a position they must meet the following minimum criteria and awards:

  • SLSA Bronze Medallion or equivalent
  • Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate or equivalent
  • Current Provide First Aid Certificate or equivalent
  • Current “C” Class driving licence or equivalent
  • 18+ years of age as at 05 September 2018

Applications can be made by competing the Lifeguard Employment Application 2018-19 (opens in a new tab) and returning it to metrosuper@slswa.com.au

Further information is available in Circular 12.

Applications for the second round are still open.

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