{"id":9312,"date":"2023-09-07T13:05:41","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T03:05:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/?p=9312"},"modified":"2024-01-22T13:03:45","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T02:03:45","slug":"so-you-want-to-be-a-lifeguard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/so-you-want-to-be-a-lifeguard\/","title":{"rendered":"So, You Want to Be a Lifeguard?"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you LOVE the water ? Are you passionate about helping others?<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>If so, a career as a lifeguard might be the perfect fit for you! <\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being a lifeguard is not only about spending time in the water \u2013 it&#8217;s a crucial role that involves responsibility, quick thinking, and a commitment to ensuring the safety of others.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/employers\/auckland-council\/?content=about\">Auckland Pools and Leisure<\/a> join us in this insight-packed blog to explore what a lifeguard does, potential work environments, qualification pathways, and even some alternative roles within the leisure sector!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>Let\u2019s dive in.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What Does a Lifeguard Do?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At its core, a lifeguard&#8217;s primary responsibility is to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of individuals in and around water<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/employers\/auckland-council\/?content=lifeguarding\">Lifeguards<\/a> are trained to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify potential hazards.<\/li>\n<li>Enforce rules and regulations.<\/li>\n<li>Respond swiftly in emergencies.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain a positive, safe and welcoming space for all.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are the unsung heroes, always looking for distressed swimmers and providing immediate assistance when needed.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent communication skills are crucial, as lifeguards must clearly convey instructions to prevent dangerous situations from escalating.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Exploring Alternative Roles with Pools and Leisure<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While lifeguarding is a rewarding career, it&#8217;s just one of many options available within the Auckland Council!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a team member, there are a variety of opportunities to explore, here are a few alternatives:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Learn to Swim Instructor:<\/strong> If you enjoy teaching and helping others develop their swimming skills, becoming a swim instructor might be a fulfilling path. You&#8217;ll work with individuals of various ages and skill levels, helping them become confident swimmers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customer Support:<\/strong> Help others have a great time at the leisure centre or pool with your expert <a href=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/employers\/auckland-council\/?content=customer-support-\">customer service skills<\/a>! You\u2019ll be responsible for welcoming guests, answering queries, taking bookings and various customer-oriented and business tasks. It&#8217;s a role that requires a blend of leadership and administrative skills.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recreation:<\/strong> In this role, you would design and organise recreational programs and activities for a community or facility. From Faciliting, coaching to refereeing \u00a0your creativity could shine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ftiness Consultant \u2013<\/strong> Promoting healthy lifestyles by helping members achieve their health and wellbing goals and delivering fitness programmes for all ages and abilities. A recognised fitness qualification is required for this role.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><strong>Make a Splash with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifeguards play a crucial role in keeping our water-loving community safe. Remember, becoming a lifeguard involves training, dedication, and a commitment to continuous learning.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if lifeguarding isn&#8217;t quite what you&#8217;re looking for, the leisure sector has a diverse range of roles that cater to your interests while contributing to the well-being of others!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re ready to dive into this dynamic sector, Auckland Pools and Leisure has plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz\/job\/Auckland-Wide-Customer-Support-Aquatics-Across-Auckland-1010\/942182110\/\">casual and part-time opportunities<\/a> for you to start gaining experience and developing your skills!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Head to their dedicated <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/employers\/auckland-council\/?content=about\"><strong>Explore Careers profile<\/strong><\/a><strong> to find out more now.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span> Do you LOVE the water ? 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