About 80 locals will brave the cold conditions today and head to North Wollongong Beach this afternoon for the annual Ocean Lifeguard Recruitment.
They'll be put through their paces from 1pm in the hope of joining Wollongong Council's lifeguard team for the 2015-16 season, undertaking swim, board and running exercises.
Over 50 positions are available including season, casual and one permanent role.