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Lifeguard Supervisor (救生員領班)

Hong Kong Shangri-La Estimated salary: HKD 18,000–26,000 per month, potentially including service charge and benefits
Role summary

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The Lifeguard Supervisor oversees pool and aquatic-area safety at Shangri-La in Hong Kong. Requirements typically include recognized lifeguard, first-aid and CPR certifications, strong swimming ability, relevant hotel or leisure experience, and good spoken English; Cantonese or Mandarin is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to supervise lifeguards, maintain vigilant surveillance, enforce pool rules, lead emergency responses, complete safety inspections and reports, and support staff training. A calm, responsible and guest-focused approach is essential, together with the ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. The role also requires clear communication, sound judgment and consistent compliance with the hotel’s health, safety and service standards.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and recognized for its Asian-inspired approach to gracious service. The group operates hotels, resorts and related hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations. Shangri-La properties are known for attentive personal service, comfortable accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities and strong guest-experience standards. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with opportunities for training, internal mobility and international career development. In Hong Kong, the company operates prestigious properties serving business and leisure travelers, supported by teams across rooms, food and beverage, recreation, engineering and corporate functions. Benefits may include service charge, staff meals, uniforms, medical coverage, discounts and annual leave, although the exact package depends on the property and employment contract.

Working in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a compact, highly connected city with major job opportunities in hotels, tourism, finance, retail, technology, healthcare and education. Hospitality roles are concentrated on Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, Lantau and the airport area, while nearby islands and coastal districts offer leisure and resort-related work. Cantonese is the everyday language, but English is widely used in business and international hotels; Mandarin is also valuable. The lifestyle is energetic, safe and convenient, with excellent public transport, diverse food, hiking trails and beaches, though housing can be expensive and space is limited. Overseas hires generally need an employment visa sponsored by the employer, commonly under the General Employment Policy, and must not begin work before approval. Applicants should prepare qualifications, references, medical or background documents where required, and budget for temporary accommodation while securing housing.

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