Lifeguard Supervisor: Guest-First Water Safety Leader

Our Habitas; Hatta; On-site; AED 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great healthcare

Competitive salary

Perks across Ennismore brands

Job summary

Caravan by Our Habitas Hatta seeks a Lifeguard Supervisor to oversee daily lifeguard operations and safety across pool and water areas, ensuring guests can relax and enjoy the environment with confidence. You will combine safety with warm hospitality, supervising the team, maintaining standards, and implementing emergency procedures to protect guests and staff.

Strong leadership and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard Certification: Valid recognised lifeguard certification appropriate to the role and local regulatory requirements.
• First Aid & CPR: Current First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Supervisory Experience: Previous experience as a Senior Lifeguard or Lifeguard Supervisor in a hospitality setting.
• Strong Swimming & Rescue Skills: Excellent swimming ability with water rescue competence.
• Safety Awareness: Deep understanding of pool safety and emergency procedures.
• Leadership: Confident supervising, coaching and motivating a team with safety at the core.
• Guest Experience: Approachable, ensuring safety without compromising hospitality.
• Communication: Clear verbal instructions for daily operations and emergencies.
• Physical Fitness: Able to meet the physical demands of lifeguarding.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English; other languages are a plus.
• Brand & Cultural Fit: Passion for outdoor experiences, wellbeing and hospitality.
• Great Personality: Positive energy, responsibility, and genuine care for others.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily lifeguard operation, ensuring appropriate coverage and active surveillance of all designated pool and water areas.
• Lead, brief and support the lifeguard team, ensuring consistent performance, professionalism and guest service.
• Monitor pool and surrounding recreational areas continuously, identifying potential hazards and taking immediate preventative action.
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, providing rescue assistance, first aid and CPR when required.
• Ensure all lifeguards maintain valid certifications and are fully trained in emergency response, rescue procedures and operational standards.
• Conduct regular safety drills, briefings and refresher training to ensure the team remains prepared for emergency situations.
• Carry out opening and closing safety checks and ensure required lifesaving and first-aid equipment is available, accessible and in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate records of safety checks, incidents, first-aid cases, training and other required operational documentation.
• Ensure pool rules and safety procedures are communicated clearly and applied consistently while maintaining a positive guest experience.
• Coordinate with Engineering and relevant operational teams regarding water quality, equipment, maintenance concerns and potential safety hazards.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and presentation throughout pool and recreational areas.
• Prepare team schedules and daily duty allocations to ensure effective operational coverage.
• Engage naturally with guests, providing assistance and information while creating a welcoming and relaxed environment.
• Support children, families and guests requiring additional assistance around pool areas with appropriate care and attention.
• Report and follow up on incidents, hazards and operational concerns promptly in line with established procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable UAE safety requirements, company policies and emergency procedures.
• Lead by example, creating a team culture built around safety, accountability, care and genuine hospitality.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

First Aid & CPR

Supervisory Experience

Strong Swimming & Rescue Skills

Safety Awareness

Leadership

Guest Experience

Communication

Physical Fitness

Language Skills

Brand & Cultural Fit

Great Personality

Job description

Caravan by Our Habitas Hatta seeks a Lifeguard Supervisor to oversee daily lifeguard operations and safety across pool and water areas, ensuring guests can relax and enjoy the environment with confidence. You will combine safety with warm hospitality, supervising the team, maintaining standards, and implementing emergency procedures to protect guests and staff.

Strong leadership and English communication are essential.