Provides water safety for Nippers, sports events and member training as required.
To undertake this role you need to hold or obtain the following qualifications and prerequisites:
The Surf Rescue Certificate provides participants with the skills and knowledge of basic patrolling and surf awareness in order to be able to participate in lifesaving operations and act in the role of Water Safety Personnel.
Read moreThe Bronze Medallion course provides participants with the skills and knowledge of patrolling and surf awareness in order to be able to participate in lifesaving operations.
Read moreThere are no prerequisites
If you would like to assist with the provision of water safety for events at your club, speak to your club captain, club training officer or youth activities coordinator. https://sls.com.au/club_directory/
You could progress to these participation opportunities from here:
Supervises water safety personnel involved in SLS activities.
Read moreA Gold Medallion Lifesaver has the advanced skills needed to rescue and provide emergency care - alone if necessary.
Read moreThe role of the duty officer is to support patrol captains in ensuring the beach going public is exposed to minimal risk at our beaches. Duty officers may also be called on to assist in search and rescue incidents.
Read moreIf you can do this role but would like to use your skills in another area in our organisation here are some other options for you to consider:
Age managers are responsible for running activities for their group of nippers on the day, and encouraging children to learn and progress in their surf lifesaving activities.
Read moreA surf lifesaver is a trained volunteer that patrols our beaches on the weekends. Becoming a surf lifesaver is satisfying, fun and rewarding. You can lead a fit and healthy lifestyle, become trained in aquatic safety skills, make new friends, compete in surf sports, and give something back to your local community. You may also help save someone’s life one day!
Read moreThere are a wide range of opportunities available for members interested in participating in Surf Life Saving sport.
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