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Lake Lifeguard

Bahrain Surf Park
Posted 13 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Berlin, BE

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Lifeguard at Bahrain Surf Park requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a beach, surf park, or waterpark setting.
  • Candidates must possess valid Lifeguard and First Aid certifications, with additional qualifications confirmed by local authorities.
  • The position offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as shared accommodation, medical insurance, and holiday allowance.
  • Lifeguards will ensure the safety of guests, perform rescues, administer first aid, and enforce safety rules in a dynamic surf environment.
  • The ideal candidate should be fluent in English, have strong swimming abilities, and be committed to working flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

JOBDESCRIPTION

 

Role:

Lifeguard

Location:

Bahrain Surf Park, Bilaj Al Jazayer

Reporting to:

Head of Lifeguards & Safety

 


YOU ARE PART OF WHAT WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

 

Our Vision at Bahrain Surf Park is to bring surfing to the nation, anddevelop passion for health, wellbeing and fun through Waves for All.  We will attract visitors from all continents,growing Bahrain’s surf and beach culture, and act as a catalyst to establishBahrain not only as the Premier Surf Destination of the Middle East, but as aleading destination for fun - with Water, Waves and Surfing at our core.

 

We will create smiles, happiness, and wellbeingthrough safe fun activities for all backgrounds, abilities and generations, nowand into the future.

 


OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE

 

Under the supervision of the Head of Lifeguards & Safety, you are responsible for ensuring the safety and supervision of all guests at Bahrain Surf Park, as well as performing rescues when required. You maintain a vigilant presence both in and around the water, responding quickly and effectively to any incident to protect guests and BSP team.

Calm, confident, and decisive under pressure, you are skilled in performing rescues, administering first aid, and managing emergency situations in a dynamic surf environment. Your professionalism, awareness, and commitment help create a safe and enjoyable experience for every visitor.

 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervise all surf zones, including the surf lake, its surroundings, pools and access areas 
  • Conduct water rescues efficiently and safely according to operational protocols
  • Administer first aid and coordinate with emergency medical services when needed
  • Monitor guest behavior and enforce surf park safety rules to prevent accidents
  • Support guests in distress or requiring assistance both in and out of the water
  • Operate the wave generation system for wave programming and session control (after training)
  • Complete detailed incident reports and maintain accurate safety documentation 
  • Ensure the upkeep and readiness of all rescues, safety, and first aid equipment 
  • Collaborate closely with the surf instructors and operations team to maintain a safe and enjoyable guest experience
  • Participate in ongoing training sessions, drills, and safety reviews 

 


 Qualifications

 

·        Valid and up-to-date Lifeguard and First Aid certifications (specific qualifications to be confirmed with local authorities or Royal Life Saving Bahrain)

 

Experience

 

·        Minimum 2 years of experience as a beach, surf park, or waterpark lifeguard (or equivalent)

·        For Bahrain nationals only: complete RLSB Future Lifeguard Training Program

·        Previous experience in leisure, hospitality, or surf resort settings is an advantage

·        Experience with Middle Eastern culture and working environment is a plus

 

Professional Skills&Attributes

 

·        Excellent swimming ability, strong physical condition and confidence in a surf or wave environment

·        Surfing knowledge or experience is desirable

·        Calm and professional response under pressure with quick decision-making skills

 

Personal Qualities

 

  • Committed to working early mornings, later nights, weekends and holidays as required when the site is at its busiest
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills with a guest-oriented mindset
  • Fluent in English (B2 minimum); Arabic is a strong asset 

 


Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive salary with career growth opportunities 
  • Shared accommodation available for the team 
  • Unique workplace only meters from the ocean 
  • Access to surf sessions in a world-class Wavegarden facility 
  • Professional uniform provided (rash vest, sunglasses, boardshorts, t-shirt, hoodie)
  • Be part of a dynamic, multicultural team pioneering surf culture in a new region 
  • Share the health and lifestyle benefits of surfing with the local community
  • Join a new and exciting growing industry
  • Medical insurance, holiday allowance (as per Bahraini Law)
  • Staff discounts

HOW YOU DO IT:

Our Team Culture depends on all our team pulling together, andcompetencies and behaviours matter.  Through our performance appraisal process, the Senior Management Team atBahrain Surf Park is committed to supporting you to behave and performaccording to our values.

 

Waves for All:   
We are inclusive in everything wedo.  We nurture everyone from thecomplete novice to expert surfer and all in between. We do this with equalrespect for everyone, and without judgement.  We champion diversity.  We haveintegrity and are genuine.  We do what wesay we will do and do it in a way that aligns with our values – every minute ofevery day.  We deliver ‘Waves for all’through positive interactions with our guests and strive to get it right first time.

 

Bringing the Aloha Spirit to Bahrain:

We love and respect Hawaii - the birthplace of surfing- and we embrace their Aloha Spirit in everything we do. Our positivework environment and culture embodies at its core a unique, nurturing andcompassionate essence which promotes kindness, understanding & harmonyamong people, regardless of their background or beliefs.

 

Vitality:

We support each other because everyone matters.  People are our business, define who we areand what we are. We care.  We workcollaboratively as one team, sharing ideas, knowledge and insight to achieveour common purpose. We have the knowledge, skills, enthusiasm and passion tomake a difference to everyone around us.  We do things ‘The BSP Way’.  Werecruit with Attitude in Mind. Our people-centric culture drives everything wedo, and underpins the way our guests feel about us, resulting in our ultimatebusiness success.

 

We Strive for Excellence:

We do everything to the best of our ability and neveraccept second best.  Our first priority is SAFETY.  We are resourceful and create the bestpossible experience for our guests and our BSP team.  We look for new ways of doing things, embracechange and overcome difficulties through Teamwork and open and honestcommunication.

 

Creating Smiles:

Everything we do and how we do it is about creatingsafe and memorable experiences for our guests. We are a SMILE FACTORY!  J Our passion is to ensure everyone who visitsBahrain Surf Park has THE BEST experience and shares the joy with their friendsand family, and wants to return again and again…     and again..    






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