Closing date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Full details:
Requirements:
Main Tasks:
Stage 1
Physical evaluation
Candidates must meet the following physical evaluation as follows:
Stage 2
Interview
If the applicant is successful in the interview, he/she will be considered for the above post
Download document: Document: Lifesavers.pdf Title: 23 x Lifesavers Swimming Pools (Various Locations)
Salary: R 155 945.38 per annum (Post level T5 of a Grade 4 Municipality)
Career category: Lifesavers
- 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.
- 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
- 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