Lifeguard

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Miral Experiences is hiring a full-time onsite Lifeguard for Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi to safeguard guests, oversee ride operations, and deliver a friendly, safe guest experience in varied conditions. The role demands solid water rescue skills and basic life support to test ready levels, the ability to swim 50 meters, retrieve a 10-pound brick from 1.4 meters depth, and maintain 20/25 vision, all while working nights, evenings or holidays in extreme temperatures. Candidates should possess basic English, be comfortable in a diverse team, and follow SOPs. To apply, emphasize ILTP or equivalent credentials, any UAE or SCUBA certifications, guest service history, and proof of fitness and vision standards; tailor your resume to show you meet the required and desirable qualifications, and show your willingness to participate in ongoing training.

Join the team at Yas Water World Abu Dhabi!

At Miral Experiences, we don’t just create jobs — we create extraordinary moments. As part of the visionary Miral Group, we bring to life some of the world’s most iconic attractions, including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, and SeaWorld Yas Island.

Lifeguard Job Overview:

This is a guest facing role which ensures smooth and efficient delivery of the experience for all guests who visit Yas Waterworld. This position ensures guest safety by watching water, responding to emergencies, operating rides and attractions, giving clear directions and instructions, attending on-going training and maintaining essential swimming, lifeguarding, and basic life support skills.

Job Scope:

• Ride all rides, slides and attractions as required for operational purposes.
• Ensure guest, colleague and contractor safety at all times.
• Work at heights, in water, and in extreme temperatures, outside, year-round.
• Follow all manufacturer and department guidelines and standard operating procedures regarding ride dispatch and guest safety.
• Maintain rescue skill competency and basic life support skill competency at “test ready” levels at all times.
• Adhere to training standards set by the department.
• Move furniture, ride vehicles and equipment in and out of the park.
• Have basic spoken English proficiency.
• Work nights, evenings, and/or holidays.
• Smile and be friendly.
• Ability to work in a diverse team and be culturally aware.
• Perform all other duties as directed by management.

Job Essentials:

• 20/25 vision, corrected or uncorrected
• Swim a minimum of 50 meters, non-stop, using front crawl or breaststroke
• Swim underwater at a depth 1.4 meters for 3 meters and retrieve a 10-pound brick.
• Maintain test-ready lifeguard skills in accordance with International Lifeguard Training Program.
• Basic spoken English proficiency

Job Desirables:

• International Lifeguard Training Program or similar program experience
• Swimming experience
• UAE Driver’s License/Buggy License
• SCUBA certification
• Previous lifeguard experience
• Previous Guest service experience
• Swim 200 meters, non-stop, using front crawl or breaststroke
• Retrieve a 10-pound brick from the deepest water in Yas Waterworld (5 meters)
• Tread water for 2 minutes without using arms
• Intermediate or better English proficiency (read, write, speak)
• Basic spoken Arabic proficiency

Don't hesitate to apply!