LIFEGUARD VACANCIES (X48 POSTS) AT OUDTSHOORN LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Oudtshoorn Local Municipality invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Lifeguard Vacancies (X48 Posts). The closing date for applications is the 1st September 2023

POST: 48 X LIFEGUARDS – SEASONAL WORK

DIVISION: PARKS, SPORT, RECREATION & AMENITIES/ CANGO MOUNTAIN RESORTS
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES/ PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
STATION: OUDTSHOORN & DYSSELSDORP
SALARY: R300 per day

REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 12 (Proof to be attached)
Valid Level 2 First Aid & CPR certificate
Valid Lifeguard Certification
Able and willing to undergo fitness and swimming evaluation
Able and willing to undergo 2-minute water treading
Ability to swim 100 meters in under 2 minutes
Communication Skills
Organizational Skills
Sober habits, Good health
Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages of the Western Cape

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Maintain continuous surveillance of people in a swimming pool
Ensure an appropriate headcount of people in a swimming pool
Call out warnings to people who may have ventured too far or are in danger
Supervise swimmers to ensure that they are swimming within the safety protocols
Proactively identify hazards or potential hazards and take measures to prevent accidents
Control and report unruly behaviour and individual/s to the supervisor
Immediately provide rescue in the event of drowning or swimming incidents
Perform first aid and CPR when needed
Perform pool chemical checks to ensure safety and hygiene
Maintain accurate records of pool use and chemical levels
Ensure that all pool equipment is stored safely
Assist with preparation of gala’s and other events
Willing to work outside normal working hours

COMPETENCIES:

Core Professional Competencies: community and customer focus, problem-solving, Negotiation and influencing resilience, communication, ethics and professionalism
Functional competencies: by law enforcement and emergency response
Public Service Orientation competencies: interpersonal relationships, communication, service delivery orientation, client orientation and customer focus
Personal competencies: action and outcome orientation, resilience, change readiness, cognitive ability, and learning orientation
Management/Leadership competencies: team orientation, direction setting, coaching, mentoring, impact and influence

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview, practical and/or written assessment. They must also be aware that previous employers and references may be contacted, and their qualifications, credit and criminal records be verified.

APPLICATIONS:

Applications must be on the official application form of the Oudtshoorn Municipality and a covering letter accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae and certified copies of qualifications and identity document (not older than three (3) months) as well as particulars of at least three contactable references.

Applications must be submitted to Chief HR Officer: Support Services, P.O. Box 255, Oudtshoorn, 6620 (submit applications to Recruitment & Selection section), Oudtshoorn Municipality, Voortrekker Road, Oudtshoorn.

DOWNLOAD THE OUDTSHOORN MUNICIPALITY LIFEGUARD VACANCY PDF DOCUMENT HERE

DOWNLOAD THE OUDTSHOORN MUNICIPALITY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM HERE

CLOSING DATE: 01 SEPTEMBER 2023

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