23 x Lifesavers Swimming Pools (Various Locations)

Closing Date: 27 October 2026
Salary: R 155 945.38 per annum (Post level T5 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

• Grade 10 (Applicants must provide proof from an accredited academic institution)
• Valid Level 2 First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain such certification within six (6) months of appointment.
• Valid Lifeguard Certificate or equivalent qualification with a current annual retest certificate. Possession of, or willingness to undergo, accredited lifesaving training through the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) will be an added advantage.
• At least six (6) months' relevant lifesaving experience, or willingness to undergo accredited lifesaving training.
• Applicants may also be required to provide a Criminal Clearance Certificate at their own expense (Per legislative requirements).
• Must be alert and able to make quick decisions, especially in a crisis, and to stay calm.
• For acceptance, one must be willing to undergo physical fitness tests to ensure fitness and lifesaving capabilities.
• Applicants must be physically fit and healthy.
• Shift ends at 7 pm on weekdays and weekends & public holidays (subject to change).
• Applicants must have a clean criminal record.
• Fluent in 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape: Afrikaans, English, or IsiXhosa.

Main Tasks: 

• Implementation of safety procedures regarding the use of the swimming pool area; Provision of a safe swimming area; Implementation of swimming pool rules; Handling of the safety of the area around the swimming pool; Constant monitoring of the swimming pool; For possible accidents in order to prevent drowning; Complete reports if such incidents occur. General lifesaving tasks
• If the person meets the minimum requirements he/she will be required to work shifts inclusive of weekends
• Assist the operator with cleaning tasks
• Close the pool when capacity is reached

Stage 1

Physical evaluation

Candidates must meet the following physical evaluation as follows:

• Must undergo a swimming test by swimming 100 meters within two minutes in a swimming pool
• If the candidate is not successful, he/she will not be considered for an interview

Stage 2

Interview

If the applicant is successful in the interview, he/she will be considered for the above post