Engaged and service-oriented female lifeguard wanted – 88% permanent position

Job location, Ringveg Nord 1
7650 VERDAL , Trøndelag - Norway

**Verdal Swimming Hall is looking for a positive, responsible, and service-oriented female lifeguard for an 88% permanent position.** The role involves working day shifts, evening shifts, and weekends according to a rotation schedule.

As a lifeguard, you will be an important part of the team ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and inclusive experience for everyone visiting the swimming hall. We are looking for someone with a strong commitment to customer service, safety, and well-being, who also wants to contribute to a positive environment for both visitors and colleagues.

Verdal Swimming Hall is connected to Verdalsøra Primary and Secondary School and is used by both students and the public. The facility has two pools – a main pool and a children/training pool – with modern, automated heating and water purification systems. The swimming hall is an important community meeting place and regularly receives visits from children, youth, adults, and seniors.

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### **Responsibilities**

As a lifeguard, you will have a varied and important role in the operation of the swimming hall, including:

* Ensuring safety and supervision in and around the pools.
* Contributing to safe movement and managing situations as needed.
* Operating the ticket and information desk, welcoming visitors, providing information, and ensuring good customer service.
* Daily cleaning of changing rooms, showers, pool areas, and common areas.
* Performing simple technical tasks, such as monitoring temperature and water quality in collaboration with the technical manager.

You will receive thorough training in all tasks before starting, ensuring that you are confident in your role regardless of prior experience.

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### **Qualifications**

* Satisfactory swimming skills and comfort in water.
* Completion of lifeguard and emergency preparedness courses, provided and paid for by the employer.
* Must be at least 18 years old.
* Responsible, reliable, and service-minded.
* Experience in similar work is an advantage but not required – training will be provided.

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### **Personal Attributes**

We are looking for employees who:

* Are flexible and adaptable, including shift work and varied tasks.
* Have strong communication skills and can interact positively and respectfully with people.
* Are service-oriented, outgoing, and enjoy working with the public.
* Are solution-focused and handle challenges constructively.
* Have a good eye for safety and are alert in preventing accidents.
* Contribute to a positive work environment through collaboration, engagement, and respect.
* Uphold the municipality’s values and foster inclusive and safe surroundings.

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### **We Offer**

* Salary according to current agreements and regulations.
* Opportunity to exercise during working hours and free access to the swimming hall.
* Support for students wherever possible.
* A positive and inclusive work environment.

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**Questions regarding the position:** Ronny Osen, Head Lifeguard, +47 41104985
**Application:** Submit via the municipality’s online recruitment module: [www.verdal.kommune.no](http://www.verdal.kommune.no)

**Location:** Ringveg Nord 1, 7650 Verdal
**Employer:** Verdal Municipality
**Reference Number:** 5021454121
**Position:** 88%, permanent
**Application Deadline:** 05.01.2026

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**About Verdal Municipality**
Verdal Municipality’s vision is “Strong past – proud future,” and its values are “Open – Safe – Courageous.” These values guide both internal work and interactions with citizens and partners.

Verdal has historically been an agricultural community but has grown into an industrial center in mid-Norway. It is home to Norway’s third-largest industrial park and has a vibrant cultural life, including a strong amateur theater community. The municipality offers excellent outdoor recreation opportunities and is the largest employer in the area, serving 15,000 residents annually.

Verdal Municipality practices transparency in recruitment but respects requests for confidentiality where justified. The municipality encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, multicultural background, or career breaks.