Lifeguard

Role summary

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The Lifeguard is responsible for protecting guests using swimming pools, beaches, and other water facilities. Requirements typically include lifeguard certification, current first-aid and CPR training, strong swimming ability, good physical fitness, and the confidence to respond quickly in emergencies. Previous experience in a hotel, resort, pool, or beach environment is an advantage. Shangri-La expects candidates to remain alert, enforce safety rules tactfully, inspect facilities, assist guests professionally, complete incident reports, and maintain a clean and safe environment. Strong communication skills, teamwork, reliability, and a calm, service-oriented attitude are essential. Availability for shifts, weekends, and public holidays is normally required.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a major luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and known for its hotels, resorts, and residences across the world. Its properties are recognized for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, extensive guest facilities, and attention to safety and comfort. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent urban and resort properties, including destinations serving leisure travelers, families, and business guests. Employees generally work in structured, multicultural teams and receive exposure to international hotel procedures. Resort roles may include staff meals, uniforms, training, medical benefits, service charge, and sometimes accommodation or transport, although packages vary by property and position. The company places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, professionalism, teamwork, responsible operations, and career development within hospitality.