Seasonal Lifeguard Supervisor: Chichester

RNLI; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

RNLI in Chichester is seeking a Seasonal Lifeguard Supervisor to oversee lifeguard operations across West Sussex & Hampshire beaches during the May-September season. The role involves mornings, evenings and weekends during training periods and the lifeguard season, with full availability 1st – 12th February (weekdays only).

You will lead recruitment, training, supervision and welfare of the lifeguard team, ensure high standards of service, manage operations on busy beaches and respond to

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in RNLI lifeguard services.

Responsibilities

• Work with other Supervisors on recruitment, training, supervision, welfare and development of the lifeguard team.
• Ensure the safe and effective delivery of the lifeguard service to high standards.
• Manage and support lifeguard operations on busy beaches, including responding to emergencies.
• Contribute to operational procedures, service model and strategic planning.

Job description

We are looking for a Seasonal Lifeguard Supervisor to join the team at our Chichester Support Centre for up to 9 months, covering operations across beaches in theWest Sussex & Hampshire area.

This role includes morning, evening and weekend work during training periods and throughout the lifeguard season from May-September. Full availability required between 1st – 12th February (weekdays only)

This post is operationally focused with some interesting challenges, including:

• Working with other Supervisors on the recruitment, training, supervision, welfare, and development of the lifeguard team.
• Ensuring the safe and effective delivery of the lifeguard service to the highest of standards.
• Manage and support lifeguard operations on demanding popular beaches, including responding to emergency situations.
• Contribute to the operational procedures, lifeguard service model and strategic planning.

You will possess a sound knowledge of the beach environment and sea based recreational activities along with extensive experience in the provision of RNLIlifeguard services (RNLI).

It would be desirable to hold the National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification - Trainer Assessor.

In this role you will be required to work with other Supervisors to cover weekend and early/late shifts, ability to be flexible if required, and manage their time effectively.