Lifeguards XS (Seasonal) (8 Months Contract) at Mandeni Local Municipality

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric certificate
• Pre-test lifeguards' certificate
• Lifesaving Award
• 1 year experience in Lifeguard environment
• Valid Re-Test certificate
• Preferred IRB Boat Certificate will serve as a recommendation
• Valid First Aid certificate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Good listening and group facilitation skill is recommended.
• Selection is subject to passing a physical fitness and swim test
• Good interpersonal skills and fluent in speaking both English and IsiZulu as well as willing to work under pressure and overtime as and when required.
• The candidate must be a strong surf swimmer with good surf knowledge.
• Good knowledge of all rescue equipment.

DUTIES

• Patrols public beach area to monitor activities of swimmers and prevent illegal conduct: Observes activities in assigned area on foot, in vehicle, or from tower or headquarters building with binoculars to detect hazardous conditions, such as swimmers in distress, disturbances, or safety infractions.
• Cautions people against use of unsafe beach areas or illegal conduct, such as drinking or fighting, using megaphone.
• Rescues distressed persons from ocean or adjacent cliffs, using rescue techniques and equipment.
• Examines injured individuals, administers first aid, and monitors vital signs, utilizing training, antiseptics, bandages, and instruments, such as stethoscope and sphygmomanometer.
• Administers artificial respiration, utilizing cardiopulmonary or mouth-to-mouth methods, or provides oxygen to revive persons.
• Compiles emergency and medical treatment report forms and maintains daily information on weather and beach conditions.
• Occasionally operates switchboard or two-way radio system to maintain contact and coordinate activities between emergency rescue units.

Deadline:19th September,2025