Lifeguard (Seasonal) at eThekwini Municipality

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.

Special Conditions:

• 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.

Physical Requirements:

•  Peak level of fitness and the ability to undertake and pass the entrance and quarterly skills and fitness tests (as laid down).
•  Adequate hearing and visual acuity.
•  Pass the annual medical checks.

This post reports to SUPERINTENDENT (AQUATIC SAFETY

Essential Requirements    

• An appropriate level of secondary education.
• Lifeguard Award or equivalent with a valid 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    

• Matric/Grade 12.
• Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (Code EB)
• Valid Motor Cycle License (Code A).
• 18 Months relevant experience