87 Lifeguard jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are currently looking for dynamic, and self motivated Recreation professionals who want to move their careers forward.
As a Lifeguard you are responsible to monitor activities in the swimming area to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers, whereby your role will include key responsibilities as:
• Caution swimmers regarding unsafe areas
• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer first aid
• Maintain order in swimming areas
• Determine the chlorine content and PH value of water, using water testing kit
• Conduct or officiate swimming meets and give swimming instructions
• Ensure the swimming pool is clean.
• Ensure the sun loungers are clean, in the correct position and in working order
• Regularly check the temperature of the pool to ensure they are at set standard
• Ensure the pool deck is clean and free of any debris during the operation
• Ensure that the umbrellas are fixed properly to their units
• Ensure that when the umbrellas are not in use, they are tied down for safety precautions
• Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services
• Have full knowledge of club’s facilities, timings, promotions and prices

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• Minimum 1 year experience in the same role
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be physically fit and a strong, competent swimmer
• Dubai Lifeguard License
• Communication and customer service skills
• A professional appearance
• Ability to enforce swimming pool rules in a considerate but firm manner
• Good eyesight
• Excellent powers of concentration; lifeguards must remain alert
• Ability to react quickly and efficiently in a life threatening situation
• Positive attitude

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of everything that needs to be done. MELIA DESERT PALM DUBAI employees always find new ways to look after the business, their guests, and their colleagues. Within this, the key responsibilities for this position are :

• Ensuring that swimmers behave in a safe fashion; this means enforcing rules relating to pool side conduct.
• Removing a distressed swimmer from the water and resuscitating them if necessary at pool side.
• Testing and regulating water temperature, PH levels, chlorine and higiene.
• Aministering basic first aid for cuts and bruises.
• Rescuing swimmers in danger and removing them from the área.
• Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning.
• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforces and adheres to pool rules and regulations.
• monitors activities at the pool to prevent accidents.
• Follows emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency.
• Maintains order in the pool and adjoining areas.
• Inspects facilities for cleanliness; completes general pool cleaning and maintenance duties
• Responsible for the availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment (rescue tubes, backboard, signs and other equipment).
• Provides general information on pool operation to patrons
• Teaches swimming lessons.
• Completes required paperwork.
• To have a complete understanding of and adhere to the company's policy and procedures.
• To have a complete understanding of and adhere to the company's policy related to fire, hygiene, health and safety.
• To carry out the other duties as assigned by the management team.
• To establish good relationship and rapport with guests and colleagues.
• To ensure the cleanliness and hygiene in work areas.

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We are currently looking for dynamic, and self motivated Recreation professionals who want to move their careers forward.

As a Lifeguard you are responsible to monitor activities in the swimming area to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers, whereby your role will include key responsibilities as:

• Caution swimmers regarding unsafe areas

• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer first aid

• Maintain order in swimming areas

• Determine the chlorine content and PH value of water, using water testing kit

• Conduct or officiate swimming meets and give swimming instructions

• Ensure the swimming pool is clean.

• Ensure the sun loungers are clean, in the correct position and in working order

• Regularly check the temperature of the pool to ensure they are at set standard

• Ensure the pool deck is clean and free of any debris during the operation

• Ensure that the umbrellas are fixed properly to their units

• Ensure that when the umbrellas are not in use, they are tied down for safety precautions

• Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services

• Have full knowledge of club's facilities, timings, promotions and prices

Monitor pool areas and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents
Respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations
Perform water rescues and administer first aid and CPR when necessary
Maintain a clean and safe pool environment
Conduct regular equipment checks and report any issues
Assist with basic pool maintenance tasks
Interact professionally with guests and address their concerns
Participate in ongoing training to maintain and improve lifeguarding skills
Educate patrons about water safety and pool rules
Work collaboratively with other staff members to ensure a positive guest experience

Qualifications :

Valid Lifeguard Certification (Pool and/or Beach)

CPR and First Aid certified (BLS preferred).

Previous experience as a lifeguard preferably in a hotel or resort setting.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime

A Lifeguard serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude behaviours skills and values that follow:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Pool lifeguard qualification
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• First aid and CPR qualification
• Excellent attention to detail
• High standards of cleanliness
• Ability to work in a consistently professional and helpful manner
• Previous experience in a similar environment

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all

As a Lifeguard you are responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety of swimmers to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Lifeguard will also be required to fulfill regular cleaning duties. Specifically you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Supervise and ensure safety of swimmers
• Ensure guests feel safe in the pool area
• Inspect facilities for cleanliness; complete general pool cleaning and maintenance duties at regular points throughout shift
• Ensure swimmers follow safe swimming practice; enforce and adhere to pool rules and regulations
• Follow emergency action plan and procedures when required

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

We are currently looking for dynamic, self-motivated Recreation professionals who want to advance their careers.

As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for monitoring activities in the swimming area to prevent accidents and assist swimmers. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Cautioning swimmers regarding unsafe areas
2. Rescuing swimmers in danger of drowning and administering first aid
3. Maintaining order in swimming areas
4. Determining the chlorine content and pH value of water using water testing kits
5. Conducting or officiating swimming meets and providing swimming instructions
6. Ensuring the swimming pool is clean
7. Ensuring sun loungers are clean, correctly positioned, and in working order
8. Regularly checking the pool temperature to meet standards
9. Keeping the pool deck clean and debris-free during operation
10. Ensuring umbrellas are properly fixed and secured when not in use
11. Providing emergency care and treatment until emergency medical services arrive
12. Having full knowledge of the club's facilities, timings, promotions, and prices

Skills, Education, Qualifications & Experience

You should be a professional swimmer with a valid lifeguard qualification, preferably holding a diploma or university degree, with prior experience in the hotel industry. Physical fitness and the ability to work long hours outdoors are essential. Good command of English and strong interpersonal skills are advantageous.

Knowledge & Competencies

The ideal candidate will be customer-oriented, possess excellent guest service skills, and be capable of handling complaints. You should be positive, approachable, sportive, and outgoing. The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, as well as being a team player, is crucial. You should thrive in a multicultural team environment and possess the following competencies:

• Understanding the job
• Teamwork
• Taking Responsibility
• Recognizing Differences
• Adaptability
• Customer Focus

Performs guest safety and recreational work, supervising, swimming, and enforcing regulations at a hotel pool, as well as providing for guest comfort. An essential responsibility of this role includes ensuring cleanliness, setting up, and safety of all areas and facilities, and attending to all guest needs within the hotel pool area as per the safety guidelines of the hotel management.

• Observes and patrols the pool and enforces safety regulations.
• Assists swimmers from water when in danger.
• Provides excellent service consistent with the hotel's standards, operating procedures, and brand attributes.
• Greets all guests upon arrival, distributes towels, offers assistance with seating, and delivers consistent guest service, exceeding guest expectations, and providing all other supporting services.
• Knowledgeable of pool facilities such as the length and depth of all pools, and how many laps it takes to complete a mile in meters and feet.
• Familiar with poolside bar hours of operation, location of facilities, and emergency procedures for rescue.
• Knowledgeable of hotel facilities and services to answer guest inquiries.
• Willing to take ownership of all guest requests and complaints, try to resolve issues immediately, and follow up to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Identify and report defects throughout the pool and spa area, notify supervisors and concerned departments immediately of hazards, injuries, equipment, or processes that negatively affect operations.
• Ensure swimming pools and the entire health club area are clean at all times and report any maintenance issues to engineering.
• Ensure the pool deck is swept and watered down, and that all furniture is in the correct place when setting up in the morning.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of resuscitation, first aid, and CPR/PR techniques.
• Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions to establish a safe work environment for self and others.
• Knowledge of swimming pool equipment sufficient to perform minor maintenance work.
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the pool deck and facilities, including straightening and stacking chairs, collecting soiled towels and trash, and cleaning signs.
• Facilitate and maintain consistent pool safety programs, training, and documentation to ensure overall safety of guests in the pool area.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure a positive guest experience.

Properly utilize performance feedback, recognition, training, and adhere to company policies and legal requirements.

Annual Maintenance Contract for Lifeguard Services (01 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

Contract Posted On: September 11, 2025. Closing On: September 23, 2025.

JOB REFERENCE: JB

Manpower:

• Lifeguard (male) – 1

Working Hours:

• 12 hours (9:00 am to 9:00 pm) – 7 days a week (day time)

Working Post: Swimming Pool

Location :

Residential, J8, Al Sofouh, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• The vendor confirms to undertake all relevant government authorities licenses, permissions, and consents required for it to perform the services, and to perform all of its obligations under this agreement.
• Training or any certification required in compliance with relevant authorities for the lifeguard shall be the responsibility of the contractor.

• Enforce all pool rules in a consistent manner.
• Administer first aid and CPR as required.
• To keep watch & ward of the swimming pools area.
• Monitor chemical levels and ensure no one uses the pools within the next hour to adjust the chemicals.
• Responsible for ensuring that the guest lockers area is clean.
• To keep watch on the cleanliness of the swimming pools area.
• Responsible for ensuring that the guest showers area is clean.
• Responsible for making sure that kids are using the swimming pool with someone from their family.
• Responsible for the implementation of closing the swimming pool.
• Protect Life and Property.
• Be alert and prevent accidents (risk management).
• Handle discipline situations with courtesy and fairness.
• Respond quickly, intelligently, decisively, and in accordance with established emergency and accident management procedures.
• Patrol on foot at all swimming pool areas.
• Enforce client policies and regulations in an effective, courteous, and sensitive manner.
• Provide rapid response to safety, first aid, medical, environmental health, and other emergencies in the property.
• Support the crime prevention function.
• Respond to calls for assistance or service.
• Prepare and submit reports containing required and pertinent information in a timely and efficient manner to the authorities.
• Be on the lookout for potential trouble mongers and be proactive.
• Report faults & failures to the Second Party's Representative and follow up rectification measures as directed by them.
• Cooperate with maintenance representatives (plumbing, electricity, etc.) for repair and rectification.
• Check materials being removed from the site to ensure written permission from the authority.

• Shall maintain Swimming Pool Visitor Logbook
• Shall maintain swimming pool maintenance Logbook
• Shall maintain a record of quality check of swimming pool water
• Shall maintain a record of pH level and chlorine level of swimming pool water

• Work force shall be provided with proper uniform, hand gloves, face mask, and other safety equipment to be used while on duty.
• The vendor is solely responsible for any liability that may arise due to injuries sustained by its employees during the course of their work under this agreement.

Residential: J8, Al Sofouh, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Join to apply for the Lifeguard role at Meliá Hotels International

Discover a path without limits at Meliá, where growth and development opportunities are endless. Embark on a journey that will take you to work in several countries and become part of our extended global family.

Melia Desert Palm is a five-star boutique property with villas, private pools, suites with views of greenery, and an equestrian theme featuring polo fields, a riding school, and a large estate with horses. World-class spa and wellness facilities are available, along with multiple dining options. Located about 20 minutes from the DXB airport and 25 minutes from Dubai Mall.

At Melia Desert Palm Dubai, we are committed to treating guests and colleagues with respect and delivering the highest quality of service.

• Ensuring that swimmers behave in a safe fashion; enforcing poolside rules.
• Removing a distressed swimmer from the water and providing resuscitation if necessary at poolside.
• Testing and regulating water temperature, pH levels, chlorine and hygiene.
• Administering basic first aid for cuts and bruises.
• Rescuing swimmers in danger and removing them from the area.
• Rescuing swimmers at risk of drowning.
• Cautioning swimmers about unsafe practices and enforcing pool rules and safety regulations.
• Monitoring pool activities to prevent accidents.
• Following emergency action plans and procedures in emergencies.
• Maintaining order in the pool and adjoining areas.
• Inspecting facilities for cleanliness and completing general pool maintenance duties.
• Ensuring availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment (rescue tubes, backboard, signs, etc.).
• Providing general information on pool operation to patrons.
• Teaching swimming lessons.
• Completing required paperwork and understanding company policies on fire, hygiene, health and safety.
• Carrying out other duties as assigned by management and establishing good relationships with guests and colleagues.
• Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in work areas.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in the same role.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Physically fit and a strong, competent swimmer.
• Dubai Lifeguard License.
• Communication and customer service skills; professional appearance.
• Ability to enforce pool rules in a considerate but firm manner.
• Good eyesight and excellent concentration; ability to react quickly and effectively in life-threatening situations.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list. Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Ensure swimmers behave safely and enforce poolside conduct rules.
• Rescuing distressed swimmers and providing necessary first aid.
• Maintain water quality and pool hygiene; assist with general pool maintenance.
• Provide information on pool operation and assist guests as needed.
• Follow company policies and safety procedures; carry out duties as assigned by management.

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We support sustainable growth in the industry and promote a socially responsible team. Our motto: "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present".

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