Gym Instructor

The City of Subiaco is in a period of significant growth, with new residential developments, refreshed main streets and public spaces, and an expanding mix of retail, dining, culture and recreation. We are working closely with the community, businesses and partners to guide this change while maintaining Subiaco’s heritage, character and identity. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a city with a strong sense of place and vision for the future.

Job Description

This role sits in the Recreation Services branch and will join the team at Lords Recreation Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a wonderful, vibrant and exciting atmosphere for clients while exercising, whilst also providing a high-quality service to all gym users.

The key responsibilities of this role are:

- To provide assistance to clients in the Gymnasium.
- Conducting gym appraisals, fitness tests and writing subsequent training programs for members.
- Taking new members through medical history as part of gym consultations and seeking doctors’ clearance for exercise prescription where necessary.
- Plan and present small group training classes to a wide demographic of ages and fitness levels on the gym floor
- To develop and implement health and fitness related workshops and challenges for member engagement.
- To ensure all facilities are presented at the highest level of cleanliness and presentation at all times.
- To ensure all fitness equipment and surrounding fittings are safe, in good working order and the gymnasium is hazard free at all times.
- Perform monthly maintenance checks on all pieces of gym equipment and advise the Team Leader Health and Fitness of equipment repairs and needs as required.
- To clean and maintain gym equipment.
- Conduct aquatic water tests and record results and perform cleaning and maintenance tasks when requested.
- To be proactive in maintaining a safe and hygienic work environment through the effective supervision of customers.
- Ensure all work areas are kept in a safe, clean and tidy condition so all operations are systematically carried out in a clean environment.
- Other duties within the skills, knowledge and experience of the incumbent as required.

For more information on the role, including the full list of duties, please email recruitment@subiaco.wa.gov.au to request a copy of the position description.

Qualifications

- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Certificate III and IV in Fitness or relevant tertiary level qualification in Health and Fitness.
- Maintained Working with Children Check Card.
- Knowledge of rules, regulations and guidelines in relation to conducting gymnasium and fitness activities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Current Senior First Aid & CPR certificate.

Salary

Salary package:

In line with the City of Subiaco Inside Staff Industrial Agreement 2025, this position is classified as a Level 3 and the salary range is $32.96 to $36.26, exclusive of superannuation.

Working for the City of Subiaco

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and offer great benefits to help you achieve a positive work-life balance, including (but not limited to):

- Up to 5 weeks' annual leave plus the option to accrue time in lieu.
- Sustainable travel allowance/parking permit.
- Free membership to Lords Recreation centre.
- Superannuation co-contributions.
- 24/7 employee assistance programme.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Novated lease and salary packaging options.

Application process

To apply for this position, please click Apply or alternatively Apply with Seek to submit your application. You will be asked to upload a CV and a cover letter to support your application.

To be considered for the role, it is essential that you demonstrate in your application how you meet the essential criteria. You should ensure that the information you provide in your application is relevant to the job role and is a true and accurate reflection of your experience and skillset.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment in which everyone is included and treated fairly with respect. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The closing date for applications is 6 November 2025. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted, prior to the closing date. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you submit an application as soon as you are able to.

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