Casual Swimming Coach

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Oliver Fandrich

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Location: Macquarie University NSW 2109, NSW, Australia

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Closing Date: 06/11/2025

Employer: Macquarie University

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Salary Range: Above Award Rate

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Coach swimmers of all levels at MUSAC, delivering training, stroke correction, and competition prep in a dynamic, inclusive university squad program.

THE ROLE

Campus Life is currently seeking casual swimming coaches to join the Macquarie University Sports and Aquatics Centre (MUSAC) team. Reporting to the Head Coach, the casual swimming coaches will be responsible for delivering face to face training sessions in both competitive and recreational streams within the MQU Squad program.

Duties Include

Coach and develop swimmers from the Junior Development phase through to Senior Competition phase within the MQU Squad program

Develop and implement seasonal training plans, providing coaching and advice on technical stroke correction and competition-based performance training plans

Provide direction to swimmers of all abilities, adapting and modifying stroke models to suit varying abilities

Attend and coach at MQU Club races, internal and external competitions

In consultation with the Head Coach, plan and coordinate the running of MQU internal Club racing opportunities.

In collaboration with the Head Coach and the coaching team, implement student retention activities

Consult with Head Coach to assist and provide feedback within the squad program via the use of CRM system, for continued growth and improvement of the squad program

Coach School Holiday Squad Programs

Maintain accurate records on athletes/swimmers' progression within the program

Completion of administration duties including parent enquiries & parent feedback on student progression

About Us
Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre (MUSAC) is a multi-purpose venue. Located at Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, our facility includes a 6-lane heated indoor pool, and an 8-lane outdoor heated Olympic-sized swimming pool. The coaching team provides coaching and direction in best practice and techniques for competitive swimmers of all ages.

At Campus Life we believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment. We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are.

Our Benefits

• Complementary Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym access
• Access to U @ MQ's VIP loyalty program
• Access to our staff wellbeing program and staff support services
• Access to discounted corporate health insurance and employee flu shot program

About You
You have a customer centric mindset combined with demonstrated experience teaching and coaching within the aquatics industry. You have the ability to work well in a team environment, as well as the initiative to work independently.

In Addition, You Meet The Following Criteria

Hold SWIM Australia Squad Fundamentals or equivalent certification as minimum

Demonstrated experience coaching in a competitive/ development squad environment

Possesses experience of competitive coaching of Metropolitan/Country level athletes and above

Ability to develop and nurture swimmers of all abilities with diverse backgrounds

Work hours will vary throughout the competition season. Must be available to work on a rotating roster seven (7) days per week.

This role requires a NSW Working with Children Check, current First Aid and CPR certificates.

TO APPLY

If you want to work in a team of enthusiastic and like-minded people, whose passion is coaching swimmers of all abilities, in an encouraging and nurturing environment, please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.

For a position description or role-specific queries, please contact Oliver Fandrich on

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