Elite Watersports Instructor

Red Sea Global; Umluj; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Sea Global’s RSSE unit seeks an experienced Instructor – Water Sports to deliver safe, engaging watersports experiences across The Red Sea destination. You will provide professional instruction, supervise guests, and maintain equipment in safe condition.

Under guidance of Senior Instructor – Water Sports, you’ll support daily operations, promote environmental stewardship, and ensure compliance with RSSE safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Diploma in Sports, Physical Education, Outdoor Recreation, Tourism, Hospitality or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 2–3 years' experience delivering watersports activities within hospitality, tourism, resorts, or adventure recreation.
• Valid First Aid, CPR, and AED certification from an internationally recognised provider.
• National Governing Body (NGB) or internationally recognised instructor certification in one or more watersports disciplines.
• Lifeguard qualification is desirable.
• Rescue craft or powered vessel experience is advantageous.
• Previous experience within luxury resorts or remote destinations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver guided watersports activities in accordance with approved operating procedures and RSSE service standards.
• Conduct guest welcome sessions, safety briefings, equipment demonstrations, and operational instructions before each activity.
• Supervise guests throughout activities, ensuring safety, enjoyment, and adherence to guidelines.
• Assess guest ability, weather conditions, sea state, tides, and operational risks before and during each activity.
• Adapt activities where necessary to maintain guest safety while delivering an exceptional experience.
• Support the daily operation of watersports facilities across resorts and designated locations.

Skills

Water sports instruction

Guest engagement

Risk management

Teamwork

Time management

Outdoor work

English fluency

Education

Diploma in Sports/Outdoor Recreation

High School Diploma or equivalent

First Aid, CPR, and AED certification

NGB/international watersports instructor certification

Lifeguard qualification (desirable)

Rescue craft or powered vessel experience (advantageous)

Job description

Red Sea Global’s RSSE unit seeks an experienced Instructor – Water Sports to deliver safe, engaging watersports experiences across The Red Sea destination. You will provide professional instruction, supervise guests, and maintain equipment in safe condition.

Under guidance of Senior Instructor – Water Sports, you’ll support daily operations, promote environmental stewardship, and ensure compliance with RSSE safety standards.