Health & Fitness Coordinator (Bay & Basin)

About the Role

This position is responsible for managing the daily operations of health and fitness facilities and programs at the Bay & Basin Leisure Centre. This includes:

- Ensure compliance with legislation, Council policies, and safety protocols
- Monitor and maintain gym equipment and facility standards
- Regularly evaluate and design, trial, and adapt fitness programs and services to maintain high-quality program delivery
- Lead, support, and supervise the health & fitness team, promoting a positive and professional workplace culture
- Implement marketing campaigns to attract and retain members and boost participation and visibility
- Uphold child safety standards and contribute to community wellbeing through inclusive and accessible services

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

About You

To be successful in the position, you are required to have:

- Certificate IV in Fitness or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role in the Health and Fitness / Leisure industry
- Current Fitness Australia/FITREC registration or ability to obtain
- Current First Aid
- Current CPR
- Class C Driver's Licence
- A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Proof of right to work in Australia

This role suits someone who/'s not just a fitness professional, but a strategic leader and community advocate. We are looking for someone who is energetic and passionate about health and fitness, with a strong focus on customer service and a natural team builder who fosters collaboration and is committed to developing others.

How to Apply

To submit an application, click Apply and complete each step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume and cover letter if required, expressing your interest and suitability for the role. In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity, and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please outline your experience in a similar role in the Health and Fitness industry.
3. What previous experience do you have in terms of providing direction to staff regarding the purpose and importance of their work and great customer experience? How did you demonstrate a commitment to supporting and developing others to achieve work goals?
4. Please provide previous examples of your ability to develop, trial, review and adapt health and fitness services and programs to a large leisure centre.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Council/'s website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Applications Close Sunday, 26 October 2025 (at midnight).

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Stephen McDonald (Bay & Basin Leisure Centre Coordinator) on 02 4429 5601.

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

- Generous leave entitlements
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Novated lease arrangements available
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

At Shoalhaven City Council, we are proud to foster a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members to apply.

We are committed to ensuring a equitable recruitment processes. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to fairly demonstrate your skills, please contact us.

As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to upholding the rights of children and young people and ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.

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