Lifeguard Team Leader, Costa Navarino (2026)

Costa Navarino is in Messinia in the southwest Peloponnese, in one of the most unspoiled and breathtaking landscapes in the Mediterranean. It is currently home to four 5-star deluxe hotels, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort and The Westin Resort at Navarino Dunes, W-Costa Navarino and Mandarin Oriental at Navarino Bay. In the coming years, more upscale branded hotels will be added to our portfolio, both in Messinia and Athens.

Navarino Dunes Costa Navarino facilities include 766 bedroom units award winning Anazoe Spa, a 4,000m2 spa & thalassotherapy center, four multi-awarded, signature golf courses, over 20 fine dining venues, 5,000 m2 House of Events and a wide range of sports, such as the “Mouratoglou Tennis Center”, Bayern Munich football academy, Navarino Outdoor and many more.

W Costa Navarino, exclusively for adults and young adults over 12 years old, offers 226 stylish rooms, 2 bedroom suites and 3 bedroom villas with infinity private pools, staged in the Bay of Navarino with stunning Ionian Sea views, The Watersports Center, The Away Spa and gym with a heated 25m-long lap pool, including the new Navarino Agora, an open marketplace with retail, street food, open-air cinema and exciting programming throughout the day and night

Costa Navarino is looking for a Lifeguard Team Leader. The Lifeguard Team Leader is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all guests, overseeing team operations, and meeting company targets. They manage team schedules, HR tasks, and maintain effective communication across departments. The role involves providing emergency care, enforcing safety regulations, and ensuring the team follows all health, safety, and organizational standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all guests and associates, by acting quickly and appropriately at all times.
• Meet the team and company targets, as set by the Line manager. Responsible for the allocated workload. Ought to contribute towards the smooth running of the organization in general. Responsible for the HR admin tasks / roster of the team and rotation needs.
• Ensuring that the organization meets all required security and associated health and safety objectives.
• Maintain good communication between the department, other departments, and all guests.
• Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services. Prepare and maintain appropriate incident reports.
• Present professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintain a high standard of customer service.
• Possess the mobility to work in an office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, read printed materials and utilize computer screen, communicate in person or by using a telephone and radio.
• Provides pool-beach safety and supervision for guests, monitors activities in the water to prevent accidents and to ensure the safety and well-being of guests. Implements and monitors policies and procedures, enforces regulations, cautions guests regarding unsafe activities.
• Ability to open-close, and securing the area of duty, check equipment for its functionality, and recommend maintenance, as needed.
• Perform all required lifeguard-training skills as needed. Participate in required training sessions, including safety drills and other emergency procedures.
• Follow all H&S rules, hotel policies, SOPs, and Brand Standards at all times. Guide and encourage team to do the same.
• Attend all trainings and seminars provided by the company and continuously remain updated for all trends and market news

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as lifeguard, preferably in 5* hospitality environment
• Minimum 1 year of supervising lifeguards will be an asset
• Minimum 1 year of experience as Seafront Lifeguard
• Highschool Diploma, bachelor degree preferred
• Lifeguard Certification
• Fluency in English & Greek
• Ability to handle difficult and or stressful situations
• Ability to maintain/adhere to company Brand Standards, Policies & SOPs
• Able to work under pressure and under supervision
• Develop effective working relationships internally & externally / Ability to work in a team
• Managing crisis situations / Spotting hazards and preventing accidents / Excellent managing of rescue boat
• Communication Skills Spoken and Written / Decision making and Negotiation Skills / flexibility & adaptability / Planning, Organizing and Time management and multi-tasking / problem solving skills / Creative and Sustainable Thinking
• Knowledge of lifesaving appliances, hygiene material and their use / Controlling unruly behavior / Apply the presidential decree / Excel at the practical exercises as referred to the presidential decree
• Ability to pass physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department
• Demonstrate cultural, ethical & diversity awareness
• Performance Management and appraisal skills / Supervisory & Delegation skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employed physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Private Medical Plan
• Accommodation in the vicinity of Costa Navarino (for non-Messinian associates)
• Meals Provided On-site

Personal & Professional Growth:

• Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities
• Potential for Task Force Assignments Abroad in Marriott Hotels
• Exposure to an International Work Environment

Wellbeing & Perks:

• Use of Costa Navarino Facilities (subject to internal policies)
• Access to the Support Room – Online Wellness Platform
• Discounts at Marriott Hotels Worldwide