Life Guard

Application Deadline:
31 December 2025

Department:
Spa & Recreation

Location:
Egypt - Cairo

Compensation:
ج.م0 / month

Description
Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski
SCOPE
The incumbent in this position is responsible for the safety and security of our guests at the poolside.

Key Responsibilities
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the safety of guests and employees that are inside the designated swimming areas (beach/pool) during the posted business hours.
• Must be a certified Life Guard of any of the world Life Guard Associations and of active status.
• Artificial Resuscitation (mouth-to-mouth)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Responsible for keeping the designated and marked swimming areas free of any engine is driven a boat or alike, windsurfers or sea bikes (pedals).
• Responsible for keeping swimmers/snorkelers out of boat tracks or any other hazardous area.
• Responsible for responding to any emergency within the hotel swimming area/pool area.
• Responsible for the safety set-up at the beach/pool which includes:
• Set up of the life-saving floatation devices along the shoreline/around the pool.
• Correct flag (colors) must be put up during business hours.
• Rescue Surfboard/Boat ready on the shoreline.
• First Aid Kit at the beach/pool chair/post.
• Posting of business hours.
• The depth of the pool (s).
• Water & Air Temperatures.
• Wind force/Wind speed
• Responsible that there is a rescue boat with engine available at all times.
• Responsible for the logging in and logging out of the windsurfers, sailing boats and number of crew and sea bikes and number of crew. Ensures that these activities are executed in the designated areas.
• Monitors / observes and controls the windsurfers, sailors, and sea bikes while out on the sea. Supervise and organizes the rescue of windsurfers, sailing boat or sea bikes if needed.
• Responsible for ensuring that all Water Sports activities or Pool Activities are executed according to the Security Rules.
• Responsible for a temporary replacement while going to the bathroom and for lunch or breaks etc.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with established company policies and procedures to achieve overall objectives of this position.
• Understand and strictly adhere to the Rules & Regulations established in the Employees Handbook and the Hotel's policy on Fire, Hygiene, Health & Safety.
• Ensure that all potential and real hazards are reported and rectified immediately.
• Perform any other duties as assigned to them by management.

Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
NATIONALITY:
Eligible for a working permit in country of hire.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 1-2 year work experience in a similar position, preferably in a 5-star International hotel.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Strong swimming skill and good working knowledge health club and swimming pool operation.

COMPETENCIES:

• Task Achievement

• Adaptability

• Flexibility Commitment to professional values and integrity

• Results oriented

• Relationship

• Teamwork / Cooperation

• Cross cultural sensitivity

• Interpersonal skills

• Customer oriented – able to establish rapport quickly and easily

• Flexible / Patient
• Positive Professional

LANGUAGE:
Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:

• Local language – oral and written skills (as applicable)
• English –oral skills are beneficial
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with guests, management, hotel personnel and service company representative to their understanding.
• Flexibility in terms of scheduling

EDUCATION
College education. Lifeguard certification.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of proper chemical handling
• Physical ability to handle heavy duties.

INDIVIDUAL
CHARACTERISTICS:
To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition they should be especially:

• People Oriented
• Passionate for European luxury
• Entrepreneurial
• Straightforward
• Discreet
• Efficient

OTHER SKILLS:
Depending on region and property.

Benefits
About KempinskiFounded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.

Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.

For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.

In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.