Lifeguard

FULL-TIME / PART-TIME HOURS AVAILABLE. JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for ensuring the safety of facility users in the area to which you are assigned responsibility on each shift. Responsibilities: Health & Safety: Responsible for the safety of all customers in the area to which you are assigned. This could be with Aquazone, the diving well or competition pool. Immediately prevent customers and staff from using any equipment that has become faulty or broken. Wear the uniform as provided and follow management instructions relating to safe attire and footwear. Report any unsafe conditions or equipment immediately to Duty Manager/Team Leader on shift. Be aware of all emergency procedures and assist in controlling emergency situations. Follow Normal Operating Procedures within the centre and for each piece of equipment of machinery. Complete any incident or accidents report forms immediately May be required to assist with regular checks of all rescue equipment Standards: Be vigilant on rotation zones and alert at all times Enforce all facility policies, rules and regulations when on shift Responsible for the safe handling, transportation and storage of centre equipment Assist in the setting up and dismantling of equipment for different activities and events Undertake cleaning tasks where requested in order to maintain to an appropriate standard of cleanliness throughout the building You may be required to complete other departmental duties assigned to you as necessary Complete additional duties as assigned by Duty Manager or Team Leader Customer Service: Demonstrate excellent customer care skills at all times. Dealing with customers in a friendly, polite and professional manner. Adhere to the Culture and Values of the Sport Ireland Campus Training: Participate and successfully complete regular in-house training sessions You will be required to actively assist the Lifeguard Duty Manager in the training and mentoring of all new employees Technical Responsibilities: Must have and maintain a valid and in date pool lifeguard qualification. Must maintain a high level of fitness (strength and endurance) Must maintain skills, fitness and knowledge to a standard that passes regular Company assessments. Knowledge (Education & Related Experience): Previous experience in a similar role an advantage An industry standard recognised lifeguard qualification certificate is essential First Aid Qualification an advantage Pool Plant Operator Qualification an advantage Adequate level of fitness essential Key Skills: Excellent customer care/service Excellent communication & interpersonal skills Remain vigilant and alert at all times Ability to immediately respond to any situation or incident that may occur. Skills: IWS Lifeguard Qualification RLSS Pool Lifeguard Qualification Lifeguarding Benefits: Company Events Gym and Pool Membership employee discounts on site parking