Website eThekwini Municipality
The eThekwini Municipality is an employer of choice, with excellent working conditions and competitive salary packages for employees. The Municipality is committed to creating a great place to work by creating development opportunities for employees to grow. Working for eThekwini Municipality will give you a chance to make a difference in people’s lives and become part of our team to make Durban the most caring and liveable city in Africa.
Key Responsibility Areas
Performs lifeguard duties at any designated beach.
Assists with the administration and supervision of the beach.
Assists with Power Craft (IRB/Jet Ski) operations.
Complies with all training requirements.
Upholds the professional image of the Aquatic Safety Service.
Physical Requirements:
Peak level of fitness and the ability to undertake and pass the entrance and quarterly skills
and fitness tests (as laid down).
Adequate hearing and visual acuity.
Pass the annual medical checks.
Essential Requirements
An appropriate level of secondary education.
Lifeguard award or equivalent with current annual retest
Valid Level 2 First Aid certificate or have obtained one within 6 months of appointment.
12 months duties with a voluntary Surf Lifesaving Club and/or have worked one holiday season as a temporary/seasonal Lifeguard.
Operation of two-way radios.
Preferred Requirements
Appropriate level of secondary education.
Lifeguard award or equivalent with current annual retest.
Valid level 2 first Aid certificate or have obtained one within 6 months of appointment.
Valid motor vehicle driving license.
Instructors Rescue Boat (IRB) crewman’s certificate or equivalent.
18 Months relevant experience.
