Lifeguard

Ennismore; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ennismore's Rixos property in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE seeks a professional Lifeguard to ensure pool area safety and compliance with health and safety standards. The role focuses on supervising daily pool operations, assisting guests, and maintaining water quality and lifeguard procedures.

Training in lifesaving techniques and staff development is included, with collaboration across hotel departments. Candidates should hold a valid Lifeguard Certification, current CPR, AED, and First Aid

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Lifeguard Certification.
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications are required.
• Strong swimming ability with excellent endurance and speed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe daily operations within the pool area and compliance with health and safety policies.
• Provide lifesaving training to staff, focusing on stamina and water skills.
• Attend to guest needs promptly and report serious issues to the Lifeguard Supervisor or Security.
• Follow Lost and Found procedures and maintain proper grooming.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure guest-oriented service.

Skills

Strong swimming

Vigilance

Emergency response

CPR/AED/First Aid

Education

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ‘ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive’ concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.

Job Description

Ensure safe daily operations within the swimming pool areas by ensuring compliance of all health, safety and fire prevention policies and procedures.

To undertake training of all time – lifesaving techniques /procedures with special attention in the development of staff, swimming abilities, stamina, strokes, and water awareness.

Must attend to the need of the guests immediately, serious problems / situations must be reported to direct Lifeguard team leader / Lifeguard Supervisor or to Security Supervisor immediately.

Strictly follow Lost and found procedure.

Proper grooming at all times.

Attend training classes as per schedule.

Show fullest cooperation and respect within the team and other departments.

Should be aware of the daily activities and has product knowledge of all the hotel facilities

Work closely with other departments to ensure effective customer orientated operations.

Implement duties in line with the Quality standards, Security and Health & Safety requirements and applicable legislations

Ensure any noticeable variation with regards to the chemical control or clarity of the pool water is reported immediately to the Recreation Supervisor/ Manager and the Engineering Department.

Ensure the temperature of swimming pool remains consistent and set at the correct temperatures.

Inform the Lifeguard Supervisor and/or Security Supervisor if valuables are left in the open. Follows standard procedures in handling these similar situations.

Adhere to the provisions outlined in the Employee Handbook, Disciplinary Code and Rules and Regulations.

Implement any other duties as assigned by the Security Manager

Qualifications

• Valid and approved Lifeguard Certification
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications
• Strong swimming ability with excellent endurance and speed
• Previous lifeguard experience preferred, ideally within a hotel, beach, swimming pool, or waterpark environment
• High level of alertness, vigilance, and responsibility
• Strong observation and emergency response skills