Aquatic Supervision (Lifeguard Services) - Aura Lagoon and Parklands, Caloundra South

Overview Sunshine Coast Council is inviting tenders from experienced and qualified aquatic facility operators for the provision of lifeguard services, together with day to day operational duties, at an aquatic facility within Aura Parklands (Aura Lagoon), located within the Caloundra South Priority Development Area (PDA). About Aura Parklands and Lagoon is a new "South Bank style" urban parkland destination for the Sunshine Coast, offering a wide range of attractions, leisure facilities and event spaces. It is currently under construction and due for completion in April 2027. The aquatic facility is designed as the central feature of Aura Parklands, comprising approximately 2,100m2 of water surface area, designed for all abilities access, with a maximum depth of 1.8m. The facility will include all supporting infrastructure, including a plant room and equipment, lifeguard tower and supervision zones, duty manager office, staff lunchroom and amenities, first aid room, storage areas, public change rooms and amenities, a dedicated changing places facility, BBQ areas and shelters, and water play. The lagoon is proposed to be unfenced and reliant on lifeguard services and security patrols after hours to ensure public safety is maintained at all times. Scope The scope includes: Provision of lifeguard services at the aquatic facility within Aura Parklands (Aura Lagoon) Undertaking day to day operational duties at the facility Providing all required staff to deliver lifeguard services and operational duties Contractor Requirements Experienced and qualified aquatic facility operator Contract Terms and Conditions Fixed term of three (3) years, with an option to extend for a further two (2) years Contract commencing March 2027 and expiring March 2030