Senior River Lifeguards & River Lifeguards,

Carlow County Council invite applications from suitably qualified candidates  for the post of River  Lifeguards,  (Temporary/Seasonal)

Each year Carlow County Council recruits River Lifeguards & Relief River Lifeguards for the bathing areas at Bagenalstown (3 No.) and Clashganny (3 No.) for the duration of the bathing season – typically weekends in June and full time in July and August. Successful candidates will be assigned attendance requirements dependant on the location of their placement.  River lifeguards will be responsible for the performance of their duties and will work under the immediate supervision of the Water Safety Officer or their nominee.

The post is seasonal and temporary.  A panel will be formed from which vacancies for the bathing season may be filled in order of merit
 

AGE
Candidates shall be not less than 18 years of age on 1^st May 2026.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, REQUIREMENTS ETC.
Each Candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms must:

1. hold a current Irish Water Safety Inland Open Water Lifeguard Award or equivalent as recognised by the International Lifesaving Federation (ILS).
2. have thorough knowledge of resuscitation including Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation.
3. have good verbal communication skills.