Pool Attendant

Job Description

The Pool Attendant maintains a clean, safe and welcoming swimming-pool area for hotel guests. Typical requirements include secondary education, basic English communication, good physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors, including weekends and public holidays. Lifesaving, first-aid or pool-safety certification is an advantage, while previous experience in a hotel, resort, leisure facility or guest-service role is helpful. The successful candidate is expected to monitor pool activity, enforce safety rules, arrange loungers and towels, keep facilities tidy, assist guests courteously and report hazards or maintenance issues promptly. A professional appearance, reliability, teamwork, attention to detail and a calm, service-focused attitude are important.

Company Info

Sheraton Kuching Hotel is a full-service Marriott International property in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. The hotel serves business travellers, families, leisure guests and groups, offering accommodation, dining, meetings, events and recreational facilities. As part of the Sheraton brand, it focuses on creating welcoming public spaces where guests can connect, relax and enjoy attentive service. Hotel employees typically work in a multicultural environment and collaborate across departments such as rooms, food and beverage, engineering, recreation and front office. Marriott properties commonly provide structured operating standards, training opportunities and employee benefits, although specific pay, service-charge arrangements and eligibility vary by position and employment contract. A pool attendant contributes to the guest experience by keeping the recreational area safe, orderly and comfortable while providing friendly assistance.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers varied employment opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, retail, technology, manufacturing and healthcare. Popular destinations include Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah and Sarawak; Kuching is on the island of Borneo and is known for its relaxed pace, diverse food and strong Malay, Chinese, Indigenous and colonial influences. Lifestyle costs are generally lower than in many major international cities, though rents and transport costs vary by location. Malaysia has tropical weather, excellent food, beaches, rainforests and a multicultural calendar of festivals. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored employment pass or relevant work permit before starting work; requirements depend on nationality, role and salary, so the employer should handle the application. Candidates should confirm accommodation, meals, medical coverage, service charges, contract length, transport and relocation costs before accepting an offer. English is widely used in tourism, while Malay is the national language.