Island Lifeguard

About the role

Norwegian Cruise Line is looking for an Island Lifeguard to monitor and operate designated aquatic recreation spaces on the ship's island, including opening and closing them and keeping the beach areas safe. The role involves guest interaction, safety checks and working outdoors in the sun.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and operate aquatic recreation spaces, including opening and closing them and watching beach activities
• Perform rescues of guests in danger of drowning, administer first aid, CPR, oxygen and AED, and report accidents and incidents
• Keep the beach clean, enforce policies politely, and keep guest interactions to a minimum while on watch
• Work outdoors in the sun and communicate with the bridge or safety officer by UHF radio in emergencies
• Take part in emergency drills, set up and maintain supplies and equipment, and repair island equipment such as mats, snorkeling gear and the wave runner dock
• Clean and disinfect snorkeling equipment, conduct inventories of shore excursion items, lead and escort tours when required, and follow the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and SMS

Required profile

• At least two years of experience as a lifeguard
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Position-specific STCW training from an accredited institution
• Lifeguard training, CPR/First Aid and AED certification
• Intermediate to advanced English, ability to work in a multicultural environment and to adapt to schedule changes
• Able to work 7 days a week and live in close quarters with limited space