Life Guard📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Marriott International is seeking a dedicated Life Guard to join our team in Makkah and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time position focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of guests within the swimming and recreation areas. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining a secure and enjoyable environment for all visitors.

Core Responsibilities

• Observe swimming areas diligently for dangerous conditions, unusual activities, or swimmers in distress.
• Utilize appropriate rescue techniques to assist swimmers requiring help.
• Provide immediate assistance to injured guests until emergency medical services arrive.
• Promote and enforce the rules and regulations of the recreation facility to ensure guest safety.
• Identify situations where guests may be unable to safely participate in an activity and inform supervisors or managers accordingly.

Operational Duties and Guest Service

• Obtain, fold, and stack towels in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform cleaning duties, including washing, mopping, and maintaining the pool deck.
• Report all accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to management promptly.
• Complete all required safety training and certifications.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests, ensuring a professional and respectful interaction.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs, including assisting individuals with disabilities.
• Promote a fun and relaxing atmosphere for guests while maintaining safety standards.

Physical Requirements

• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines to identify any defects.
• Move at a speed required to respond to work situations, including running, walking, or jogging.
• Stand, sit, or walk for extended periods or for an entire work shift.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance, and objects in excess of 75 pounds with assistance.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Navigate over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces, as well as up and down ladders, stairs, and/or service ramps.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 0-1 year of relevant experience is required.
• No supervisory experience is necessary for this role.

Company Standards and Professional Conduct

• Adhere strictly to all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain the confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional at all times.
• Communicate with guests and colleagues using clear and professional language.
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Comply with all quality assurance expectations and standards set by the company.