135 Lifeguard jobs in the United Arab Emirates

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.

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies guidelines and safety procedures are followed.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Administers first aid in the event of injury rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration if necessary.
• Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
• Inspects pool facilities equipment and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
• Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment assists with chlorine residual water tests and with records and charts of water tests and records of accidents and adds chemicals to pool water as directed.
• Instructs or assists classes in fundamentals of swimming as needed.
• Resolves scheduling conflicts to ensure safe pool environment when competing programs/priorities require use of aquatic facilities.
• Report any incident or accident to Head lifeguard and/or Director of Security

Qualifications :

• Ability to be efficient and productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to swim 400 meters in less the 8 minutes.
• Able to work under the sun over 45*c.
• Must have enthusiasm and possess excellent customer service skills.
• Enjoy working with people and possess a friendly and outgoing personality.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Must be a team player

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

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Job Description

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

Job Description

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
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Customer Service
• Industries Hospitality

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

As a Lifeguard, your responsibilities will include:

• Cautioning swimmers regarding unsafe areas
• Rescuing swimmers in danger of drowning and administering first aid
• Maintaining order in swimming areas
• Determining the chlorine content and pH value of water using water testing kits
• Conducting or officiating swimming meets and providing swimming instructions
• Ensuring the swimming pool is clean
• Checking that sun loungers are clean, properly positioned, and in working order
• Monitoring pool temperature to meet standards
• Keeping the pool deck clean and debris-free during operation
• Ensuring umbrellas are properly fixed and secured when not in use
• Providing emergency care until medical services arrive
• Having full knowledge of the club's facilities, timings, promotions, and prices

You should be a proficient swimmer, trained and qualified as a lifeguard, with a diploma or university degree and some experience, preferably in the hotel industry. Physical fitness and the ability to work long hours outdoors are essential. Good command of English and interpersonal skills are advantageous.

The ideal candidate will be customer-oriented with excellent guest service skills and the ability to handle complaints. You should be positive, friendly, sportive, outgoing, and approachable. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and as part of a multicultural team is important. Additional competencies include:

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

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Customer Service
• Industry: Hospitality

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Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of guests in and around the pool area at all times
• Maintain constant surveillance and act immediately in emergencies
• Administer first aid or CPR when required
• Keep the pool area clean, organized, and compliant with hygiene and safety standards
• Enforce facility rules and pool regulations in a friendly and professional manner
• Report incidents and hazards according to hotel policies
• Provide friendly, approachable service to guests and assist with their needs

Requirements:

• Valid Lifeguard Certification
• First Aid and CPR Certification (updated)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a hospitality, resort, or hotel environment preferred
• Physically fit and able to work in a high-temperature outdoor setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm under pressure and highly alert
• Professional appearance and commitment to guest safety

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive workplace that values your contribution
• Opportunities for growth and training in an international hospitality environment
• A diverse team that celebrates excellence, teamwork, and safety

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries Hospitality

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Company Description

A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara connects guests to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and providing heartfelt hospitality in the world's most exciting destinations. From pristine islands and tropical beaches to cosmopolitan cities, tranquil deserts and lush jungles, Anantara welcomes guests for journeys rich in discovery.

• Possesses Lifeguard certification and authorized to conduct AR and CPR.

• Ensures set-up of safety equipment at the beach/pool which includes set up of life saving floatation devices along the shoreline/around the pool; correct flag must be in placed 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.

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

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Company Description

A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara connects guests to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and providing heartfelt hospitality in the world's most exciting destinations. From pristine islands and tropical beaches to cosmopolitan cities, tranquil deserts and lush jungles, Anantara welcomes guests for journeys rich in discovery.

Company Description

A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara connects guests to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and providing heartfelt hospitality in the world's most exciting destinations. From pristine islands and tropical beaches to cosmopolitan cities, tranquil deserts and lush jungles, Anantara welcomes guests for journeys rich in discovery.

Job Description

• Possesses Lifeguard certification and authorized to conduct AR and CPR.
• Ensures set-up of safety equipment at the beach/pool which includes set up of life saving floatation devices along the shoreline/around the pool; correct flag must be in placed 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.
  
  

• 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
  
  

• 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
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries Hospitality

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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