Paid Lifeguards & Community Education Instructors
Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Paid Lifeguards & Community Education Instructors
Seasonal Staff Opportunities 2026/2027 Eastern Region
Each year, Surf Life Saving New Zealand leads beach and coastal safety across Aotearoa, patrolling over 90 locations. If you’re ready to make a real difference, this is your chance to help save lives and protect our coastlines.
Available Roles
Fixed Term and Casual opportunities (Eastern Region)
Paid Lifeguard
Paid Lifeguard - Head/Senior
Community Education Instructor
Community Education Instructor - Head/Senior
Period: November 2026 – March 2027
Opportunities are available across all regions of New Zealand, with separate advertisements published for each region.
Minimum Requirements
Core Requirements (All Applicants)
Current SLSNZ Surf Lifeguard Award (or recognised equivalent)
Current Surf First Aid (or equivalent)
Minimum 1 season (or 1 year) patrol experience
16+ years of age
NZ Restricted Driver Licence (or equivalent)
Additional Requirements – Paid Lifeguard
IRB Crew qualification
Meet fitness standards (swim and run requirements)
Paid Lifeguard
Life as a Paid Lifeguard is rewarding, fast-paced, and unforgettable.
You will:
Patrol beaches and ensure public safety
Respond to incidents, including rescues and first aid
Maintain vigilance in dynamic coastal environments
Train regularly with a dedicated, supportive team
From early morning trainings to long summer days on the beach, you’ll be part of a close-knit crew making a real impact.
Community Education Instructor
Help shape safer beachgoers of the future.
You will:
Deliver engaging, hands-on surf safety programmes
Teach essential water safety skills in schools and at the beach
Create fun, safe learning environments for children
You’ll be part of a close-knit crew making a real impact.
What We’re Looking For
Experienced Surf Lifeguards and SLSNZ members
Passion for beach safety and community engagement
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Commitment to our values and high performance standards
What You’ll Get
Comprehensive training and development
The opportunity to work alongside a diverse, motivated team
Flexible opportunities (fixed term and casual roles available)
A summer experience that is both meaningful and memorable
Sound Like You?
If you're passionate about protecting our coastlines, committed to our values, and ready for the demands of the season, we'd love to hear from you!
Join us this summer! Be part of a team that makes a real difference.
