SEASONAL LIFEGUARD POSITIONS

Kouga Municipality is committed to the prescripts of the approved Employment Equity Plan

SEASONAL LIFEGUARD POSITIONS

EXTERNAL VACANCIES

NOTICE NO 207/2026

The Kouga Municipality, in preparation for the upcoming seasonal period, is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for the below listed positions. The duration of the season is from December 2026 until April 2027 with varying dates for each position, and the following positions are available:

1. Blue Flag Lifeguards
2. Seasonal Lifeguards
3. Shark Spotters

Requirements:

Applicants are required to be in possession of the following:

• A Surf Lifeguard Certificate or equivalent.
• Proof of Valid, Current Annual Retest for 2025/2026 season.
• Valid retest on application 25/26 and on starting duties a valid 26/27.
• Valid First Aid Level 2/3 Certificate (advantageous)
• Valid Skippers Licence (advantageous)
• Code B drivers Licence with PrDP (advantageous)
• A minimum of 1 years’ professional Surf Lifeguard experience.
• Radio Operator Short Range certification (advantageous)
• Thorough knowledge of shark behaviour and marine life
• Supervisory Skills Training course or equivalent (advantageous)
• Fluent in at least two of the 3 official languages prevalent in the Kouga area.

Salary:                R480.00- R670.00 per day

(dependant on placement within the various positions)

Duration:

Key Tasks Include:

Lifeguard (Normal/Blue Flag)

• Actively patrol the beach, monitor activities and report back to the Senior Lifeguard/Squad leader on a regular basis.
• Conducting and assisting with rescues
• Rendering first aid
• Completing incident report sheets
• Assist in the development of Beach Risk Assessments and Operational Plans.
• Conduct and assist with the implementation of environmental education/water awareness programmes.
• Conducting and promoting water safety awareness.
• Assisting with the beach management operations.
• Communicating and educating the general public about drowning prevention.
• Maintaining beach safety.
• Performing various operational duties that include, testing and setting up appropriate bathing/swimming area, updating information board, cleaning and maintenance of lifeguard equipment, power craft, lifeguard station and tower etc.
• Power craft operations.
• Upholding the professional image of the Municipality including involvement in assisting with the retention of Blue Flag standards and status
• Communicating and educating the public about the drowning prevention programme.
• Completing incident report sheets.
• Complying with Senior Lifeguard instructions and all rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Conducting and assisting with rescues.
• Following stipulated procedures relating to tower/radio/lookout lifeguard, backup lifeguard, and patrol lifeguard.
• Promoting beach safety.
• Administering first aid.
• Setting out the bathing area.
• Upholding the professional image of the Municipality including involvement in assisting with the retention of Blue Flag standards and status.

The Shark Spotter duties will include but not limited to:

• Continuously monitor and scan the ocean for sharks and other marine activity.
• Compile data on marine activity and shark sightings in the designated area.
• Following stipulated procedures relating to detection of marine or shark activity in the water, reporting and hoisting of relevant signal flags.
• Completing incident reports relating to shark attacks.
• Upholding the professional image of the Municipality including involvement in assisting with the retention of Blue Flag standards and status

NOTE:

All shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo compulsory competency assessments which entails the following:

1. All shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake a compulsory swim and rescue test.
2. This test comprises of a 200m run/300m swim/200m run test under 8mins and various rescue and first aid techniques.
3. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email or telephonically when to report to the identified Testing Centre to complete the compulsory tests.
4. Shortlisted candidates are advised to bring their own swimwear, equipment, towel, food, and refreshments to the Testing Centre.
5. Random testing for possession and or consumption of drugs / alcohol / illegal substances may be carried out during the course of employment for the season.

Incumbents will be required to undertake and pass regular skills and fitness tests as per the set standards.

Incumbents will be required to keep essential qualifications valid at all times.

Incumbents must be willing to work irregular hours including weekends and public holidays, and overtime as needed.

Incumbents must be prepared to work in various geographical areas within Kouga.

All compulsory testing, relevant certificates (and supporting documentation) as well as the various components undertaken during the selection process will contribute towards the overall outcome of the selection process for each individual and all successful candidates will be placed in either position based on the results of the concluded combined interview and competency assessment process

Based on the advertised length and duration of the contracts offered (some contracts may be for the full period and others for a shorter period). There should be no expectation of receiving a job offer by applying for, and subsequently being tested and found competent.

If appointed, candidates are required to make themselves available to work as they are rostered and are not permitted to have other employment or run private businesses whilst in the employ of the Council.

Applicants must submit a formal application form and a comprehensive CV, certified copy of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license. Applications must be submitted electronically as one PDF document to recruitment@kouga.gov.za. Application forms can be obtained from the Municipal website, www.kouga.gov.za and must reach the Human Resource Manager on or before Friday, 11 September 2026 at 12:00.

For any enquiries contact Ms Zandile Gxuluwe: 042 2002 200.

Disqualification:

Please note that the following can lead to disqualification:

1. Canvassing of councillors.
2. Submission of fraudulent qualifications and/ or documents.
3. Misrepresentation of qualifications, experience and locality.

NB: Please note that shortlisted candidates will be subjected to vetting, assessment process and reference check. By applying for this position, the candidates agree to background checks being performed. Preference will be given to applicants residing within the Kouga area of jurisdiction.

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of closing date, kindly regard your application as being unsuccessful.

MR. C DU PLESSIS                                                                                                P. O. BOX 21

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                                         JEFFREYS BAY

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