Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Closing Date: 2025/05/02
Reference Number: ETH250411-3
Job Number: 99994688
Job Title: Lifeguard (Seasonal)
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Grade: T07
Division: District 5
Department Parks Leisure And Cemeteries
Branch: Parks Leisure And Cem Dist1 5 6 7 10
Vacancy Group PARKS RECREATION AND CULTURE
Reporting To: Superintendent (Aquatic Safety)
Location – Town / City: DURBAN
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country: South Africa

Special Conditions
Must be able to undergo and pass peremptory entrance fitness test
Posts are interchangeable subject to operational requirements.
Posts are required to work overtime as and when required and in terms of the Conditions of
Service.
Lifeguards are required to follow the instructions of the Lifeguard In-Charge.
Incumbents must maintain a courteous relationship with the public and be neat and presentable at all times, which includes wearing the uniform provided to maintain an acceptable dress code.
Application for leave during school holidays will be considered.
Incumbents are expected to work in all weather conditions and must accept risks/hazards
inherent in the job.
Provide proof of immunization for Hepatitis B prior to engagement.

Job Purpose
Undertakes and performs life guarding duties at designated beaches in the eThekwini area through established team efforts by utilizing skills and knowledge to maintain the safety of the public in terms of accepted standards and procedures.

Key Responsibility Areas
Performs lifeguard duties at any designated beach.
Assists with the administration and supervision of the beach.
Assists with Power Craft (IRB/Jet Ski) operations.
Complies with all training requirements.
Upholds the professional image of the Aquatic Safety Service.

Competencies
Community and customer focus.
Problem solving.
Resilience.
Communication.
Ethics and professionalism.
By Law Enforcement and Emergency response.
Interpersonal relationships.
Service delivery orientation.
Client orientation and customer focus.

• Action and outcome orientation.
• Learning orientation.
• Team orientation.

Essential Requirements
An appropriate level of secondary education.
Lifeguard award or equivalent with current annual retest
Valid Level 2 First Aid certificate or have obtained one within 6 months of appointment.
12 months duties with a voluntary Surf Lifesaving Club and/or have worked one holiday
season as a temporary/seasonal Lifeguard.
Operation of two-way radios.

Preferred Requirements
Appropriate level of secondary education.
Lifeguard award or equivalent with current annual retest.
Valid level 2 first Aid certificate or have obtained one within 6 months of appointment.
Valid motor vehicle driving license.
Instructors Rescue Boat (IRB) crewman’s certificate or equivalent.
18 Months relevant experience.

Housing Subsidy No
Leave Yes
Medical Aid No
Pension Fund No
Remuneration R106.42ph
13th Cheque No
Contact Name HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER
Contact Telephone 0313114102

Apply here: https://durbangov.erecruit.co/candidateapp/Jobs/View/ETH250411-3