Island Beach Lifeguard

Island Beach Lifeguard - Bahamas

Job Summary

Every day at Disney Cruise Line, we bring the magic of Disney to life through exceptional service and a strong commitment to safety. As part of our open-water lifeguard team, you play an important role in helping protect the well-being of our Guests, Cast, and Crew while contributing to safe, memorable island experiences. Beach Lifeguards work as part of a trained team in open-water environments, supporting aquatic safety, guest service, and daily island operations. United by Disney values, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where Cast Members can grow personally and professionally. If you are safety-focused, team-oriented, and ready to make a difference, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Aquatic Safety & Open-Water Lifeguarding

• Maintain vigilant surveillance in ocean, lagoon, and open-water environments.

• Lifeguard assigned open-water stations, water slides, and aquatic play areas.

• Perform rescues in open-water environments as trained, including surf, current, deep water, and varying visibility.

• Assist with Personal Watercraft (PWC) rescue operations as trained.

• Initiate rescues from elevated lifeguard towers when required.

• Execute lifeguard skills in accordance with Disney Cruise Line standards.

• Maintain certification requirements and readiness expectations.

• Participate in practice drills, skills audits, and receive performance evaluations.

• Conduct pre-opening swim checks of swim zones, buoy lines, water slide areas, and lagoon environments.

• Use rescue and emergency medical equipment as trained, including AEDs and supplemental oxygen.

• Respond to aquatic and medical incidents as part of island emergency operations.

• Training, Readiness & Team Culture

• Attend required training and in-service sessions to maintain skills and certifications.

• Maintain physical fitness appropriate for open-water lifeguarding duties.

• Uphold Disney values and contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented environment.

• Additional Duties May Include

• (Based on operational needs and training)

• In-Water & Underwater Support

• Perform underwater inspections and retrieve lost items; report hazards or obstructions and support the setup, inspection, and cleaning of swim zones and water slide attractions.

• Beach & Guest Area Operations

• Prepare, maintain, and clean beach areas including loungers, umbrellas, walkways, and lifeguard towers.

• Support beach grooming operations using tools and equipment as trained.

• Assist with daily island opening and closing procedures.

• Provide guest assistance, answer questions, and deliver Disney service standards.

• Recreation & Equipment Support

• Assist with recreational rentals such as bikes, snorkel gear, floats, kayaks, and small watercraft.

• Clean, sanitize, inspect, and maintain recreation equipment.

• Report equipment concerns and assist with basic upkeep as trained.

• Island Operations Support

• Support daily operational readiness and island activities.

• Assist with weather procedures, clearing and securing guest areas during closures, and supporting guest movement as needed.

• Support emergency operations and cross-team communication as needed.

• Assisting with non-aquatic recreation and beach-related activities.

• Supporting guest flow, wayfinding, and crowd management in designated areas.

• Assisting overall operational teams during peak periods or special events.

• Participating in general island readiness, cleanliness, and safety support.

• Performing other duties as assigned to support overall island operations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum six months of recent lifeguarding experience.
• Ability to pass a pre-hire swim test and successfully complete lifeguard certification training, as well as Aquatic Rescue Professional certification.
• Ability to detect and respond to noises and distress signals in an aquatic environment.
• Ability to observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
• Ability to pass a vision screening with at least 20/25 vision.
• High level of fitness including strong swimming abilities.
• Good computer skills and operational knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Competitive swim team and/or water sports experience.
• Previous experience with boats, snorkel equipment, or other recreational equipment.
• Open water diver and diving rescue certification.

Additional Information:

• This role is based on Disney’s private island in The Bahamas.

Applicants must:

• Be willing to live and work on a private island.
• Legally authorized to work in The Bahamas
• Be willing to perform safety roles and emergency duties.
• Uphold Safety Management System responsibilities.
• Follow USPH and environmental guidelines.
• Share a cabin with other crew members.
• Be comfortable living in a structured environment with specific rules.

Your Responsibilities:

• Have a valid passport and obtain necessary visas.

• Have authorization to work in The Bahamas.

• Obtain a criminal background check.

• Bring approved work shoes.

• Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.