Lifeguard

Anantara; Sir Bani Yas; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxurious resort is seeking a qualified Lifeguard to ensure the safety of guests at the beach and pool areas. Responsibilities include setting up safety equipment, monitoring swimming conditions, and supervising water sports activities. The ideal candidate will have lifeguard certification, a high school diploma, and at least one year of related experience. This position calls for a proactive approach to ensure compliance with all safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Must possess Lifeguard certification and be authorized to conduct AR and CPR.
• Knowledge of safety policies and methods for on-site emergency medical services.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety equipment is set up at the beach/pool.
• Keep swimming areas clear of hazards.
• Supervise water sports activities and respond to emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with Security and Safety regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of water conditions

Swimming proficiency

Ability to judge safety dynamics

Knowledge of emergency medical services

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Lifeguard Training

Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Red Cross Standard First Aid

Job description

Job Description

• Possesses Lifeguard certification and authorized to conduct AR and CPR.
• Ensures set-up of safety equipment at the beach/pool which includes setup of life saving floatation devices along the shoreline/around the pool; correct flag must be in place during business hours; rescue surfboard/boat ready on the shoreline; first aid kit; posting of business hours; depth of the pool; water & air temperatures; wind force & wind speed.
• Keeps the designated and marked swimming areas free of any engine driven boat or alike, windsurfers, or sea bikes (pedalos).
• Ensures that swimmers/snorkels are out of boat tracks or any hazardous areas.
• Supervises the use of windsurf and sea bikes including the log in and log out of guests, monitoring the action of wind surfers and those engaged in other water activities while out on the sea.
• Responds to any emergency within the hotel, resort swimming areas including ensuring that rescue boat is available at all times.
• Ensures that all water sports activities or pool activities are executed according to Security and Safety regulations.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

Lifeguard Qualifications / Skills

• Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities, at the beach/ocean, or other offsite natural pools, streams, or rivers to determine any potential dangers or hazards.
• Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the visitors and other staff.
• Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions.
• Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety.
• Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent.
• Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent.
• Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent.

Additional Information

Remote Location