Lifeguard

Job Description

We are currently looking for dynamic and self-motivated Recreation professionals who want to move their careers forward.

As a Lifeguard, you are responsible for monitoring activities in the swimming area to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers. Your role will include key responsibilities as follows:

1. Caution swimmers regarding unsafe areas
2. Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer first aid
3. Maintain order in swimming areas
4. Determine the chlorine content and pH value of water, using a water testing kit
5. Conduct or officiate swimming meets and give swimming instructions
6. Ensure the swimming pool is clean
7. Ensure the sun loungers are clean, in the correct position, and in working order
8. Regularly check the temperature of the pool to ensure it is at the set standard
9. Ensure the pool deck is clean and free of any debris during operation
10. Ensure that the umbrellas are fixed properly to their units
11. Ensure that when the umbrellas are not in use, they are tied down for safety precautions
12. Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services
13. Have full knowledge of club's facilities, timings, promotions, and prices

Skills

Education, Qualifications & Experiences

You should ideally be a professional swimmer and a trained and qualified lifeguard with a diploma or university degree and some previous work experience, preferably within the hotel industry. Being physically fit and able to work long hours in an outside environment are essential. A good command of English and strong interpersonal abilities are advantageous.

Knowledge & Competencies

The ideal candidate will be customer-driven with good guest service skills and the ability to handle complaints. You are a positive, smiley individual with a sportive, outgoing, and approachable character. You will work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment and be a great team player, thriving in working with a multi-cultural team and guests alike, while possessing the following additional competencies:

1. Understanding the job
2. Teamwork
3. Taking Responsibility
4. Recognising Differences
5. Adaptability
6. Customer Focus