Life Guard Recreation Experience Expert

Sheraton; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality company located in Sharjah is seeking a recreation activities coordinator to oversee and facilitate various guest recreation initiatives. The coordinator will provide essential information to guests regarding recreation facilities, encourage participation in activities, and ensure compliance with safety protocols. Candidates should be capable of maintaining recreational equipment and facilities, as well as responding to emergencies. This role emphasizes guest engagement and safety, requiring clear communication skills and an ability to work in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key resource for all recreation activities facilitated on the property.
• Provide information about available recreation facilities.
• Encourage, recruit, and schedule guests to participate in activities.
• Observe activity in the recreational facility and respond appropriately in emergencies.
• Clean and maintain recreational facilities, equipment, and supplies.

Job description

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: Serve as a key resource for all recreation activities facilitated on the property. Provide information to guests about available recreation facilities, which may include pools, beach, entertainment zone/game-room, fitness center, and child activities center. Encourage, recruit, register, and schedule guests to participate in recreation activities. Promote a fun and relaxing atmosphere for guests. Promote the rules and regulations of the recreation facilities intended for the safety and welfare of guests and members. Observe activity in the recreational facility and respond appropriately in accordance with local operating procedures in the event of an emergency. Provide cashier services when working in facilities that include point of sale transactions. Assist when hosting private functions within the recreation facilities with group activities and events. Be aware of possible situations where guests are not able to safely participate in an activity and inform supervisor/manager. Provide assistance to injured guests until the arrival of emergency medical services. Clean and maintain recreational facilities, equipment and supplies.

Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager; complete safety training and certifications. Follow company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support the team to reach common goals. Process payments for rental equipment, recreation activities, facility rentals, or retail sales. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects). Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 25 pounds with assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.