The Australian Lifeguard Service is the largest provider of professional lifeguards in Australia. It supplies lifeguards to local councils, national parks and resorts around the country using the organisation’s extensive resources.
Combined with its access to a national infrastructure that includes communications networks, specialist rescue services including Aerial and Marine Rescue Services, and the provision of nationally accredited training.It includes international experts in medicine, equipment and coastal management to ensure best practice is always delivered.
The Australian lifeguard service in Victoria provides both Beach Lifeguard Services and Event Water safety and First Aid Services, providing expert services in water safety management and first aid for sporting and recreational events. LSV is positioned to support your event making use of highly trained lifeguards and our specialist equipment.
The access to highly trained Lifeguards and cost benefit offered by the Australian Lifeguard Services makes it the provider of choice.Ourlifeguard services operate hand in hand with the existing volunteer network of services across Victoria, providing access to the infrastructure and equipment across the state, and work closely with the other Emergency Service Organisations at all phases of emergency management.
Where we Operate:
Beach Lifeguard Services
With the support of Department of Justice, landowners and Local Council the Australian Lifeguard Service patrols 35 beaches across the Victorian state, and operates an additional 6 roving RWC patrol services including Kingston, Geelong, Peninsula, Port Philip, Surf Coast Eact & West.
The Paid Lifeguard Service operates the main season from boxing day through Australia Day weekend with pre-season and post season in several locations across the state.
All paid lifeguard sites are list below.
Lifesavers are only on duty when the red and yellow flags are displayed. Remember to always SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS at a patrolled beach, if we cant see you, we cant save you!
Volunteer lifesavers provide patrols on weekends and most public holidays during this period. Additional services are provided at unpatrolled locations and midweek by employed Lifeguards during the peak summer period.
For exact beach locations and further information please visit beachsafe.org.au or contact the Lifesaving Operations
| Club/Beach | Volunteer Lifesavers | Paid Lifeguards |
|---|---|---|
| Altona | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Anglesea | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 2 December 2019 – 9 February 2020 |
| -Point Roadknight | – | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Apollo Bay | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Aspendale | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Bancoora | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Barwon Heads/13th Beach | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Beaumaris | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Black Rock | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Bonbeach | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Brighton | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Cape Paterson | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Carrum | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Chelsea Longbeach | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Dromana Bay | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Edithvale | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Elwood | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Fairhaven | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Frankston | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Geelong (Eastern Beach) | 23 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | |
| Gunnamatta | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Half Moon Bay | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Hampton | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Inverloch | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Jan Juc | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Kennett River | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020,
plus Labour Day and Easter Weekends |
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| Lakes Entrance | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| – Eastern Beach | – | 26 December 2019 – 28 January 2020 |
| Lorne | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 18 November 2019 – 22 February 2020 |
| Mallacoota | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Mentone | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Mildura | 1 December 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Mordialloc | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Mornington | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Mount Martha | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Ocean Grove | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 9 December 2019 – 8 February 2020 |
| – RAAFs Beach | – | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| Point Leo | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Point Lonsdale | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| – Queenscliff | – | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| Port Campbell | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Port Melbourne | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Port Fairy | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Portland | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| – Narrawong | – | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| Portsea | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 8 February 2020 |
| Rosebud and McCrae | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Sandridge | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Sandringham | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Seaford | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Seaspray | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Sorrento | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| South Melbourne | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| St Kilda | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 18 November 2019 – 15 February 2020 |
| – Tidal River | – | 26 December 2019 – 28 January 2020 |
| Torquay | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 18 November 2019 – 23 February 2020 |
| – Cosy Corner (Front Beach) | – | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| Venus Bay | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Waratah Beach | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Warrnambool | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Williamstown | 16 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Wonthaggi | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | – |
| Woodside Beach | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Woolamai Beach | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 08 February 2020 |
| – Cowes | – | 26 December 2019 – 26 January 2020 |
| – Smiths Beach | – | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
| Wye River | 30 November 2019 – 13 April 2020 | 26 December 2019 – 25 January 2020 |
Lifesavers are only on duty when the red and yellow flags are displayed. Remember to always SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS at a patrolled beach, if we cant see you, we cant save you!
| Area | Dates |
|---|---|
| RWC Kingston | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| RWC Port Phillip | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| RWC Surfcoast West | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| RWC Peninsula | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| RWC Bellarine | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
| RWC Surfcoast East | 26 December 2019 – 27 January 2020 |
Event Lifeguards
As a recognised emergency service, Life Saving Victoria provides highly trained and experience Lifeguards to provide both Water Safety and First Aid Services,across the Melbourne metropolitan, regional and rural areas throughout the state, to most aquatic environments both in-water and land-based.
Our Lifeguards are highly skilled in rescue, resuscitation, treatment of both major and minor first aid, incident management, with strong customer service focus.
With Life Saving Victoria’s extensive capabilities and resources, we cater to most aquatic environment, proving exceptional event lifesaving services.
For peace of mind and safety at your next event, contact LSV for all your Water Safety and First Aid services, For further details as to what level of service provision would be appropriate for your requirements, please complete the form below or contact Lifesaving Operations on 03 9676 6930 or email lifesavingoperations@lifesavingvictoria.com.au
Event Services Lifeguard Hire Form
Some of those events include:
- Rowing Regattas
- Spring Racing Carnival
- Open water swims and triathlons
- Radio and television promotions
- School / Outdoor group excursions
- Docklands Winter Festival
- Fashion and advertising film shoots
- Movie productions
- Private functions such as birthday parties, corporate events and family gatherings
- Music Festivals
Our clients include – Victoria Racing Club, City of Melbourne, Rowing Australia, Rowing Victoria, Showtime Attractions, Scotch College, Peter Jones Special Events, Lord Somers Camp, Herald and Weekly Times, Tough Mudder, Limelight Sports and McGuire Media.
Testimonial
Equipment
Life Saving Victoria’s can provide both rescue and first aid equipment to meet the needs of your event, with our extensive resources we ensure all equipment is regularly maintained and ready for use, fit for purpose and the event requirements.
Standard Equipment
- Rescue tubes
- Oxygen unit and defibrillator
- Lifeguard First Aid Kits
Event Specific
- Inflatable Rescue Boats (IRB)
- Rescue Water Craft (Jet Ski)
- Spinal board and accessories
- Rescue boards
Become a Paid Lifeguard
Applications are open open to apply to become an LSV Paid Lifeguard.
LSV employs over 250 staff as Paid Lifeguards to protect the Victorian public during the peak summer season. Applications for lifeguards are sought annually from July to September with interviews and other recruitment processes taking place from October. All new lifeguards are encouraged to attend LSV’s Advanced Lifesaving Camp where they undertake scenario based activities, learn from content experts and understand how to lifeguard Victoria’s beaches effectively.
Appointments to beaches occurs each year in November and December.
Applications are now open for Beach Lifeguard and RWC Lifeguard (rescue water craft) – click here to make an application
Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 8 September 2019.
For more information please contact Lifesaving Operations on 03 9676 6930 or email lifesavingoperations@lsv.com.au
Pre-Requisite Awards for a Beach Lifeguard
- Bronze Medallion/Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)
- First Aid (FA) – (HLTAID003)
- Advanced Resuscitation Techniques (ART) – (HLTAID007)
- Silver Medallion Beach Management (SMBM)
- IRB Crew (IRBC)
- ATV Operator (ATV) (except those under 18 years of age)
- Current Employment Working with Children Check (WWCC) *note this includes all lifeguards including those under 18 years of age
Strongly Encouraged
- Gold Medallion (GM)
- IRB Driver (IRBD)
- Pool Lifeguard
Essential Personal Specification
Lifeguards are required to keep physically fit in order to perform all Lifeguard duties. A fitness criteria is outlined below in which all prospective lifeguards and current lifeguards are required to pass.
- Lifeguarding/Lifesaving patrol experience
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public
- Demonstrate an ability to work in a team situation
- Demonstrate ability, in a 100 metre rescue tube swim, patient pick up and return to shore
- Successfully demonstrate current resuscitation techniques
- Successfully complete a theory examination
- Successfully complete an 400m Swim/800m run/400m board paddle/800m run in under 25 minutes
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