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JOB DESCRIPTION


Role:

Lifeguard

Location:

Bahrain Surf Park, Bilaj Al Jazayer

Reporting to:

Head of Lifeguards & Safety



YOU ARE PART OF WHAT WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO


Our Vision at Bahrain Surf Park is to bring surfing to the nation, and develop passion for health, wellbeing and fun through Waves for All. We will attract visitors from all continents, growing Bahrain’s surf and beach culture, and act as a catalyst to establish Bahrain not only as the Premier Surf Destination of the Middle East, but as a leading destination for fun - with Water, Waves and Surfing at our core.


We will create smiles, happiness, and wellbeing through safe fun activities for all backgrounds, abilities and generations, now and into the future.



OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE


Under the supervision of the Head of Lifeguards & Safety, you are responsible for ensuring the safety and supervision of all guests at Bahrain Surf Park, as well as performing rescues when required. You maintain a vigilant presence both in and around the water, responding quickly and effectively to any incident to protect guests and BSP team.

Calm, confident, and decisive under pressure, you are skilled in performing rescues, administering first aid, and managing emergency situations in a dynamic surf environment. Your professionalism, awareness, and commitment help create a safe and enjoyable experience for every visitor.



ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervise all surf zones, including the surf lake, its surroundings, pools and access areas
  • Conduct water rescues efficiently and safely according to operational protocols
  • Administer first aid and coordinate with emergency medical services when needed
  • Monitor guest behavior and enforce surf park safety rules to prevent accidents
  • Support guests in distress or requiring assistance both in and out of the water
  • Operate the wave generation system for wave programming and session control (after training)
  • Complete detailed incident reports and maintain accurate safety documentation
  • Ensure the upkeep and readiness of all rescues, safety, and first aid equipment
  • Collaborate closely with the surf instructors and operations team to maintain a safe and enjoyable guest experience
  • Participate in ongoing training sessions, drills, and safety reviews



Qualifications


· Valid and up-to-date Lifeguard and First Aid certifications (specific qualifications to be confirmed with local authorities or Royal Life Saving Bahrain)


Experience


· Minimum 2 years of experience as a beach, surf park, or waterpark lifeguard (or equivalent)

· For Bahrain nationals only: complete RLSB Future Lifeguard Training Program

· Previous experience in leisure, hospitality, or surf resort settings is an advantage

· Experience with Middle Eastern culture and working environment is a plus


Professional Skills&Attributes


· Excellent swimming ability, strong physical condition and confidence in a surf or wave environment

· Surfing knowledge or experience is desirable

· Calm and professional response under pressure with quick decision-making skills


Personal Qualities


  • Committed to working early mornings, later nights, weekends and holidays as required when the site is at its busiest
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills with a guest-oriented mindset
  • Fluent in English (B2 minimum); Arabic is a strong asset



Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive salary with career growth opportunities
  • Shared accommodation available for the team
  • Unique workplace only meters from the ocean
  • Access to surf sessions in a world-class Wavegarden facility
  • Professional uniform provided (rash vest, sunglasses, boardshorts, t-shirt, hoodie)
  • Be part of a dynamic, multicultural team pioneering surf culture in a new region
  • Share the health and lifestyle benefits of surfing with the local community
  • Join a new and exciting growing industry
  • Medical insurance, holiday allowance (as per Bahraini Law)
  • Staff discounts

HOW YOU DO IT:

Our Team Culture depends on all our team pulling together, and competencies and behaviours matter. Through our performance appraisal process, the Senior Management Team at Bahrain Surf Park is committed to supporting you to behave and perform according to our values.


Waves for All:
We are inclusive in everything we do. We nurture everyone from the complete novice to expert surfer and all in between. We do this with equal respect for everyone, and without judgement. We champion diversity. We have integrity and are genuine. We do what we say we will do and do it in a way that aligns with our values – every minute of every day. We deliver ‘Waves for all’ through positive interactions with our guests and strive to get it right first time.


Bringing the Aloha Spirit to Bahrain:

We love and respect Hawaii - the birthplace of surfing - and we embrace their Aloha Spirit in everything we do. Our positive work environment and culture embodies at its core a unique, nurturing and compassionate essence which promotes kindness, understanding & harmony among people, regardless of their background or beliefs.


Vitality:

We support each other because everyone matters. People are our business, define who we are and what we are. We care. We work collaboratively as one team, sharing ideas, knowledge and insight to achieve our common purpose. We have the knowledge, skills, enthusiasm and passion to make a difference to everyone around us. We do things ‘The BSP Way’. We recruit with Attitude in Mind. Our people-centric culture drives everything we do, and underpins the way our guests feel about us, resulting in our ultimate business success.


We Strive for Excellence:

We do everything to the best of our ability and never accept second best. Our first priority is SAFETY. We are resourceful and create the best possible experience for our guests and our BSP team. We look for new ways of doing things, embrace change and overcome difficulties through Teamwork and open and honest communication.


Creating Smiles:

Everything we do and how we do it is about creating safe and memorable experiences for our guests. We are a SMILE FACTORY! J Our passion is to ensure everyone who visits Bahrain Surf Park has THE BEST experience and shares the joy with their friends and family, and wants to return again and again… and again..



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