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A job in aquatic recreation is a rewarding investment in yourself, your future, and your community. This exciting field is filled with opportunities for self-development and career advancement. Whether you are a first time lifeguard or an experienced aquatics professional, you are sure to find fulfillment in keeping people safe at pools and waterfronts.
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- Location: Burnaby, BC
- Type: Permanent full-time
- Closing Date: 5-Sept 2025
The Lifesaving Society, BC & Yukon Branch is seeking a Member Services Representative to join our team. The Member Services Representative will provide a high level of customer service through effective communication, efficient awards certification processing, and positive representation of the Society as the first point of contact for the general public.
Apply Now- Location: Burnaby, BC
- Type: Auxiliary
- Closing Date: 5-Sept 2025
Our Parks, Recreation and Culture department is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join us as a Recreation Programmer. If you are interested in rewarding municipal work while making a difference in the community, this position is for you! Duties include planning, developing, scheduling, coordinating, implementing and overseeing a variety of specified recreational, social and cultural programs. The work involves hiring, training and supervising program staff, establishing and maintaining liaison with community groups, the general public and variety of internal and external contacts, promoting and publicizing interest and participation in program activities and assisting in the preparation and monitoring of program budgets. Performs related work as required.
Apply Now- Location: Whistler, BC
- Type: Casual
- Closing Date: 31-Aug- 2025
The Recreation department has an opportunity for qualified individuals to apply for the position of Lifeguard/Swim Instructor at Meadow Park Sports Centre. Reporting to the Aquatics Recreation Programmer, this casual position offers a schedule of
up to 80 hours bi-weekly during the sport centre operational hours of 6am to 9pm, including weekends. The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor’s main responsibilities include safety supervision of the pool area; swim instruction for all ages; administration of first aid for the sports centre; completion of basic maintenance tasks in the pool area; and the delivery of positive sports centre guest service. Lifeguard/Swim Instructors will also assist with the opening and closing of the pool facilities.
- Location: Burnaby, BC
- Type: Regular full-time
- Closing Date: 18-Aug- 2025
This position works in the Edmonds Community Centre Aquatic Services organizational unit. This position encompasses both lifeguarding duties and high-quality swim instruction on an assigned shift, at Edmonds Community Centre. Our Lifeguard Instructors ensure the safety of swimmers utilizing the aquatic facility, provide a safe and clean environment, and engage with a diverse client base to provide exceptional customer service. We are looking for Lifeguard Instructors to educate on pool rules; perform minor maintenance tasks; provide first aid treatment; lead instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all age ranges and to provide information to the public regarding swimmer progress and instructional evaluation techniques. Performs related work as required.
Apply Now- Location: North Vancouver
- Type: Auxiliary
- Closing Date: Oct 1, 2025
If you are passionate about aquatics and looking for a great place to work, North Vancouver Recreation and Culture wants you! We are currently looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to provide swimming lessons and lifeguarding duties at any of our four pool locations.
Apply Now- Location: North Vancouver
- Type:
- Closing Date: 28-Oct-2025
Join Our Team at ArtquaSwim Swimming School!
ArtquaSwim Swimming School in North Vancouver is actively seeking passionate and patient certified swimming instructors to inspire young learners. We value educators who are dedicated to teaching children and hold Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor certifications.
We offer a competitive wage ranging from $26 to $35 per hour, seeking candidates aged 15 and above.
If you have a love for swimming and a commitment to nurturing young swimmers, we would love to hear from you!
Please send your application or any inquiries to lessons@artquaswim.ca.
- Location: Nanaimo, BC
- Type: Casual/External
- Closing Date: Ongoing
The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking casual Lifeguard/Instructors Level I and 2 at the Ravensong Aquatic Centre in Qualicum Beach. The successful candidates will assist in the creation, planning, organization, implementation and evaluation of aquatic programs and special events. Duties include leading and instructing a variety water-based exercise classes (i.e., Aquafit), enforcing pool rules and pool safety for the public, routine preventative maintenance and safety checks, implementation of the facility’s emergency response program, providing first aid services and supporting office staff.
Find Joy and Fulfillment in Your Work
In recreational aquatics, starting as a lifeguard or swim instructor can lead to roles like aquatics program coordinator or facility manager. This path offers both career growth and the fulfillment of promoting enjoyable, beneficial activities and seeing personal improvement in participants.
Promote Health and Wellness
Promote physical health by encouraging participation in activities that enhance cardiovascular fitness, strength, and overall well-being.
Develop Lifesaving Skills for Your Community
Teach essential skills, such as swimming, first aid, water safety, and lifesaving, and enhance public safety around water bodies.
Build Strong Community Bonds
Recreational aquatics professionals work closely with the community, fostering a sense of camaraderie and teamwork.
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The Lifesaving Society Canada is recognized as Canada’s lifeguarding experts and one of the 5 leading agencies in providing first aid. Annually, over 1.5 million Canadians participate in our swimming, lifesaving, lifeguarding, first aid, and leadership programs.
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