Jackson, 23, grew up in Mooloolaba on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. He has always had a life based around the water and as a youngster won Australian medals for Surf Lifesaving.

While being incredibly comfortable in the water, Jackson is nervous about dealing with large crowds. His greatest fear is missing someone drowning on a busy day.

DOB: May 11, 1992.

Relationship status? I have a girlfriend.

What do you love about being a Bondi Lifeguard?

My favourite part of working in Bondi is interacting with all sorts of different people from around the world, both in and out of the water.

Is there still something that gets your heart racing on the job?

Every rescue I attend always gives me the jitters and gets the adrenaline pumping.

What’s the greatest lesson you have learned while being a lifeguard?

Never get caught not paying attention because it’s usually those dark, quiet and gloomy days when the serious rescues occur.

What do you think are the most important characteristics of being a lifeguard?

Being diligent and having good communication and surf skills.

What do you want to achieve or get out of this season at Bondi?

I want to come out of the season knowing I haven’t missed any rescues.

Do you have another job outside of lifeguarding?

I own my own wholesale pipe supplying business.

What’s the one thing people don’t know about you?

I have a grey patch in my hair.

If you weren’t a lifeguard what would you be?

A sports commentator.