Lifeguards (Ref Nr 56/2026)

R 183 204 – R 237 864 (T6) per annum as well as normal benefits as applicable to a Local Authority

Qualifications/ Experience:

• Grade 12; 0 -1 years relevant experience; Valid Level 1 First Aid certificate or have obtained Level 2 First Aid within 6 months of appointment; Valid Lifeguard Award or equivalent with current annual retest

Key Performance Areas:

• Patrolling, monitoring and controlling the municipal swimming pool, deck and diving areas; Reporting incidents, unsafe conditions and equipment defects, together with compliance with swimming pool rules and emergency procedures; Monitoring and controlling the entrance to and exit from the pool and physical activities of patrons; Identifying, preventing and removing hazards and threats to pool users; Recognising and response quickly to all emergency situations; Ensuring own safety and that of others while participating in rescues; Applying the correct/ prescribed lifesaving and first-aid procedures.

Competencies: Core Professional Competencies 

• Community and Customer Focus - Understands the range of clients to be served; Maintains clear communication with clients regarding mutual expectations and ensures client satisfaction; Takes personal responsibility for providing excellent service quality; and Answers basic questions politely and helpfully - Problem Solving - Identifies sources o information and uses them; Obtains as much information as is appropriate on all aspects of a problem; Able to distinguish and separate relevant and important information; Takes in information quickly and accurately; Reviews all the information gathered to understand the situation and draw logical conclusions; Identifies and links causes and effects; Identifies what can and cannot be changed; Takes a systematic approach to solving problems; Remains impartial and avoids jumping to conclusions; Refers to by laws and procedures as necessary, before making decisions; and Makes good decisions that take account of all relevant factors - Negotiation and Influencing - Sells the benefits of a decision or situation to others; Backs up arguments with facts; Uses logic and reason to persuade and influence others; and Presents powerful arguments – Resilience - Accepts criticism about performance in stride, while maintaining work standards; Shows emotional resilience and handles difficult situations effectively; and Continues to attempt to improve, despite setbacks or other constraints Communication - Demonstrates effective oral and written communication; and Communicates effectively with colleagues and clients - Ethics and Professionalism - Alert to potential conflicts of interest and follows procedures to deal with conflicts; Understands and follows municipal policies and legislation; Understands resources available in municipality to resolve ethical issues; and Able to identify risks involved in alternative courses of action