Kai Potzas

Dedicated and reliable professional with over three years of experience as a qualified Beach Lifeguard with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). Proven ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced, high-stakes environments while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the public. Skilled in leadership, teamwork, and decision-making, having frequently stepped into senior responsibilities to manage lifeguard units and coordinate responses. Strong background in first aid, casualty care, and crisis management, with a track record of maintaining calm, clear communication during emergencies. Experienced in public engagement, education, and community outreach, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism. Highly adaptable, disciplined, and eager to expand knowledge, with a strong interest in learning and professional development. Brings transferable strengths—such as reliability, responsibility, and resilience—that make me a valuable asset in any workplace.

I have a keen interest in a variety of sports. I swim, play rugby, cricket, football, golf, and

I run to keep up my fitness as well as regularly going to the gym.

Some of my sporting achievements:

• Represented Brighton and Hove Cricket Club at 1st level.

• Played for Hove Rugby Club Colts (our team reached the final of the Sussex Cup).

• Represented Matabeleland Province in Zimbabwe for swimming.

• Represented Falcon college at 1st team level in cricket and soccer.

• Ran Brighton half marathon in March 2025.

• Participated in a “Swim the length of the English Channel” fundraiser in a

swimming pool to raise money for a charity that helps Leukaemia patients.