Meath County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed-term contract vacancies for the above positions shall be drawn.

The Pool Lifeguard is required to assist management in ensuring that the Kells Swimming Pool facility is utilised to its maximum efficiency by delivering the highest standard of service to all users and to support Meath County Council across all areas of activity.
Successful candidates may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, such duties being reasonably consistent with the position of Pool Lifeguard. These activities may be added to at the discretion of Meath County Council as deemed necessary from time to time.

The duties shall include but will not be limited to the following:

• Carry out such duties in connection with the operation, use and maintenance of the swimming pool and its surrounds.
• On commencement of daily duties, inspect all equipment and ensure that it is serviceable. He/she shall then inspect the pool and pool area, making sure that it is clean and safe for use.
• When defects are noticed, he/she shall rectify them where possible, and if not, he/she shall immediately bring them to the attention of the supervisor. Work under the supervision of the swimming Pool Manager.
• Exercise constant surveillance of the swimmers in the pool and render immediate assistance to any swimmer in difficulty.
• Ensure that swimmers in the pool behave in an orderly manner and cause no interference with other users.
• Ensure that he/she maintains himself/herself physically fit and that he/she has constant swimming practice.
• Carry out first aid including resuscitation in the case of accidents and if necessary, summon a doctor immediately.
• Attend courses relevant to the role.
• Point out the regulations to the swimmers and make sure that hygiene is practised by them, in the use of showers etc.
• Ensure that the pool users are well behaved and shall discourage any conduct that might lead to the injury or discomfort of other swimmers.
• Immediately report to the supervisor incidents of misconduct. Where minor offences occur, such as disobeying instructions or breaking the rules, the offenders shall be warned before being reported to the supervisor.
• Co-operate with the supervisor in maintaining the efficient running of the pool.
• Carry out first-aid and resuscitation if required and shall make every effort to improve his/her competency in this regard.
• Carry out hygiene duties around the pool and dressing area and as assigned. 
• Carry out cashier/receptionist duties as required.