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Senior Beach Lifeguard at City of Cape Town
City of Cape Town
October 19, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Requirements
A grade 12 or equivalent qualification
A minimum of 2 years professional Surf Lifeguard experience
A valid Advanced First Aid Certificate or equivalent
A valid Surf Lifeguard Award or equivalent with current annual retest.
A willingness to attend OHSACT Training
Valid appropriate law enforcement Qualification (Peace Officer) or willingness to attend relevant training
Must not have a criminal record or a pending record
Drug Free NOTE: All shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo compulsory drug testing
Surf Lifeguard Instructor's Award, Instructors Certificate
Valid Code EB vehicle driver's licence
Valid Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) driver's certificate
Valid Skipper's Licence
PRDP would be advantageous
Key Performance Areas
Assists with Beach and Pools Management Operations
Performs administrative functions at the designated beach
Supervises, motivates and provides staff capacity and development for staff
Upholds the professional image of the Recreation and Parks Department and the City of Cape Town by:
Maintaining a courteous relationship with the public and staff at all times
Responding to queries quickly and correctly
Initiating volunteer drives, especially in local communities
Assisting the members of the public
Participating in and contributing to Environmental Education Programmes
Complies with the required standards of fitness and skills at all times
Operates, maintains and performs administrative duties relating to the use of the Power Craft thereby ensuring the safety of all coastal users by responding quickly to emergencies, providing a backup service to the lifeguards and to safeguard municipal assets
Assists in the promotion of Water Safety awareness, in conjunctionwith the Department's Coastal Coordination Branch
CLOSING DATE 30.10.2026
A grade 12 or equivalent qualification
A minimum of 2 years professional Surf Lifeguard experience
A valid Advanced First Aid Certificate or equivalent
A valid Surf Lifeguard Award or equivalent with current annual retest.
A willingness to attend OHSACT Training
Valid appropriate law enforcement Qualification (Peace Officer) or willingness to attend relevant training
Must not have a criminal record or a pending record
Drug Free NOTE: All shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo compulsory drug testing
Surf Lifeguard Instructor's Award, Instructors Certificate
Valid Code EB vehicle driver's licence
Valid Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) driver's certificate
Valid Skipper's Licence
PRDP would be advantageous
Key Performance Areas
Assists with Beach and Pools Management Operations
Performs administrative functions at the designated beach
Supervises, motivates and provides staff capacity and development for staff
Upholds the professional image of the Recreation and Parks Department and the City of Cape Town by:
Maintaining a courteous relationship with the public and staff at all times
Responding to queries quickly and correctly
Initiating volunteer drives, especially in local communities
Assisting the members of the public
Participating in and contributing to Environmental Education Programmes
Complies with the required standards of fitness and skills at all times
Operates, maintains and performs administrative duties relating to the use of the Power Craft thereby ensuring the safety of all coastal users by responding quickly to emergencies, providing a backup service to the lifeguards and to safeguard municipal assets
Assists in the promotion of Water Safety awareness, in conjunctionwith the Department's Coastal Coordination Branch
CLOSING DATE 30.10.2026