Pongola: Life Guard posted by Wild Dreams Hospitality

About the Role

Wild Dreams Hospitality, a premier safari lodge on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a responsible and safety-focused Life Guard to join its hospitality team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safety of all guests using pool and water facilities while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, professionalism, and guest service in a luxury hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor all pool and water areas to ensure guest safety at all times
• Enforce pool safety rules and emergency procedures in a professional manner
• Respond quickly and effectively to any incidents or emergencies
• Conduct daily safety inspections of pool areas and surrounding facilities
• Ensure rescue and first aid equipment is always maintained and ready for use
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the pool and leisure areas
• Assist with general guest service around the pool and public areas when required
• Keep accurate incident reports and safety records
• Ensure compliance with lodge safety and operational standards

Requirements

• Valid Lifeguard certification (essential)
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification
• Previous experience in hospitality, lodge, hotel, or resort environment preferred
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Professional presentation and guest-focused approach
• Calm under pressure and able to respond quickly in emergencies
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are required for this position.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details will be discussed during the interview process. This is a live-in position.