Assistant Manager - Lifeguard Operations - Jumeirah Al Naseem

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and since then the brand has become known for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels, and exclusive branded residences. Jumeirah is synonymous with Arabian luxury hospitality and the ability to craft distinctive, purposeful experiences for the world’s most discerning travellers.

About Madinat Jumeirah

Set along a two-kilometre stretch of private coastline, Madinat Jumeirah is a beachfront resort comprising four distinctive hotels. Each offers uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, with experiences ranging from the contemporary elegance of Jumeirah Al Naseem to the majestic Arabesque charm of Jumeirah Al Qasr. Guests can also enjoy the serene waterfront setting of Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and the secluded Arabian houses of Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf. Together, they form a one-of-a-kind destination rooted in Arabian luxury hospitality. The resort features over 20 curated restaurants and lounges, the traditional Souk Madinat Jumeirah, dedicated kids’ clubs and some of the region’s most versatile event and conference spaces.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager to join the Sports and Leisure team in Jumeirah Al Naseem. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Manage and supervise the Sports & Leisure team, ensuring smooth daily operations, proper lifeguard coverage, and efficient scheduling, including breaks and rotations.
• Conduct guest satisfaction checks, handle complaints, and ensure high service standards across beach and pool areas.
• Maintain training records, ensure all team members complete monthly training, and conduct audits per safety guidelines.
• Enforce health and safety policies, respond to emergencies, oversee proper use of equipment, and ensure all staff understand emergency procedures.
• Ensure all areas are clean, safe, and ready for guests; report damaged or unsafe equipment and maintain operational readiness.
• Complete and submit reports, checklists, and safety inspections accurately and on time; maintain organized files and documentation.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year in a leadership role within lifeguard operations and recreation.
• Experience working with multi-cultural teams.
• Proficient in MS Office and skilled in special facilities lifeguarding.
• Excellent English communication skills; additional languages are a plus.

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.