About the role

Ensures the safety of all swimmers at the pool, maintains pool hygiene and chemistry, and delivers attentive pool-side service.

Key duties & responsibilities

• Maintain constant scan-and-rescue vigilance at all pools.
• Conduct and log pool water tests (chlorine, pH, alkalinity).
• Manage chemical dosing safely.
• Set up and clean pool deck, sun-loungers, towels.
• Brief guests on safety rules; manage minors and swim aids.
• Perform CPR / first response when needed.
• Coordinate evacuation drills.

What you'll need

• SSCE/WASSCE; OND or sports / aquatics certificate advantage.
• 1+ years pool / aquatics, lifeguard duties.
• Pool Lifeguard certification (Royal Life Saving / NLRC); CPR/AED; First Aid; Pool Chemical Safety.

Technical skills

Soft skills

Certifications

• Pool Lifeguard certification (Royal Life Saving / NLRC); CPR/AED; First Aid; Pool Chemical Safety.

Key performance indicators

• Zero drowning / serious incidents.
• Pool chemistry within range 100%.
• Daily test log completion 100%.
• Pool deck audit ≥ 92%.

Working conditions

Outdoor; sun, heat, water exposure; sun protection mandatory; long standing/observing periods.

Career path

Senior Lifeguard → Pool Supervisor → Recreation Manager.