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Job Description
About Wynn Al Marjan Island:
Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE. Set to open in 2027, the resort will be located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theater, and a beach club. It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, a five-star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events center.
About the Position:
Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking a Lifeguard – Pool Services to join the resort’s Pool Services team.
The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are:
- Maintain constant visual surveillance of assigned pool, beach, water features, and surrounding guest areas.
- Apply active scanning techniques and maintain full awareness of guest activity, water conditions, and potential hazards.
- Prevent accidents through proactive observation, early intervention, guest education, and professional enforcement of safety rules.
- Respond immediately and effectively to aquatic emergencies, medical incidents, guest distress, or unsafe conditions.
- Perform rescue, first aid, CPR, AED, spinal management, and emergency response procedures within certification scope and company standards.
- Maintain a visible and professional position at assigned lifeguard stations or patrol zones.
- Rotate positions as assigned while maintaining full concentration and readiness throughout the shift.
- Follow all emergency action plans, communication protocols, and escalation requirements.
- Greet guests warmly and maintain an approachable, helpful, and professional presence.
- Provide guests with clear and courteous information regarding pool and beach rules, safe use of facilities, and available services.
- Assist guests with basic wayfinding, amenities, towels, seating support, and general inquiries when safe to do so.
- Support a calm, reassuring, and luxury-focused guest environment while prioritizing safety at all times.
- Communicate guest requests, concerns, and service opportunities to Pool Services, Food & Beverage, Security, or leadership as appropriate.
- Support VIP arrivals, special events, and high-volume operational periods while maintaining safety coverage.
- Complete daily opening, operating, and closing duties for assigned lifeguard stations and aquatic zones.
- Conduct routine checks of rescue equipment, first aid equipment, signage, pool deck areas, beach areas, water features, and guest circulation spaces.
- Report maintenance, cleanliness, equipment, water quality, and safety concerns immediately.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of assigned lifeguard stands, patrol areas, and safety equipment.
- Participate in zone rotations, breaks, training sessions, rescue drills, and operational briefings as assigned.
- Support the Pool Services team during special events, guest activations, and changing operational conditions.
- Complete incident reports, rescue reports, first aid records, water safety documentation, checklists, and operational logs accurately and on time.
- Maintain current lifeguard, CPR, AED, first aid, and other required certifications.
- Communicate handover notes, safety observations, guest concerns, and operational updates clearly to Senior Lifeguards, Lifeguard Supervisors, and management.
- Maintain confidentiality of guest information, incident details, and company records.
- Work collaboratively with Senior Lifeguards, Lifeguard Supervisors, Pool Attendants, Hostesses, Cabana Receptionists, Food & Beverage, Security, Housekeeping, Engineering, and resort teams.
- Support colleagues by maintaining clear communication, strong situational awareness, and dependable coverage.
- Participate actively in training, skills reviews, briefings, and departmental development programs.
- Contribute to a disciplined, safety-focused, and service-oriented team culture.
About You:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; certifications in aquatics, recreation, or physical education preferred.
- Current, recognized Lifeguard certification required (e.g., ILS, RLSS, Ellis & Associates, or equivalent).
- Lifeguard Instructor / Trainer certification and First Aid / CPR / AED Instructor certification required or strongly preferred.
- Minimum two (2) to three (3) years of lifeguarding experience, including previous supervisory, senior lifeguard, or trainer experience preferred.
- Previous experience in a luxury hotel, resort, beach club, pool operation, or high-volume aquatic environment preferred.
- Previous lifeguard experience in a hotel, resort, waterpark, beach club, aquatic facility, or recreation environment preferred.
- Strong swimming ability and rescue readiness in accordance with certification requirements.
- Knowledge of lifeguard surveillance, rescue, first aid, CPR, AED, and emergency response procedures.
- Ability to use rescue equipment, first aid supplies, radios, communication tools, and operational checklists effectively.
- Understanding of pool, beach, water features, and guest safety practices.
- Excellent alertness, concentration, and situational awareness.
- Clear verbal communication and professional guest interaction skills.
- Ability to remain calm, decisive, and professional during emergencies.
- Strong teamwork, discipline, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Professional appearance and demeanour consistent with luxury hospitality standards.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and peak business periods.
- Consistently deliver service in accordance with Forbes Five-Star standards.
- Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, emergency response plans, and departmental standards.
- Maintain constant awareness of assigned aquatic zones and surrounding guest areas.
- Report accidents, incidents, hazards, unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, and guest behavior risks immediately.
- Participate in mandatory safety training, emergency drills, skills audits, and rescue readiness checks.
- Maintain awareness of emergency response procedures and act immediately and professionally in emergency situations.
- Follow pool, beach, water features, and resort safety protocols at all times.
- Use rescue equipment, first aid equipment, communication devices, and operational tools safely and responsibly.
- Support compliance with health, hygiene, sanitation, and public area cleanliness standards.
- Maintain clear access to lifeguard stations, rescue equipment, walkways, and emergency routes.
About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits:
We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.
