Group Fitness Instructor

Wellington Shire Council; Sale; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 94,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual loading included

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Wellington Shire Council is seeking experienced Group Fitness Instructors to join its Leisure Services team on casual basis. You will lead group fitness classes and/or personal training, ensuring high service standards and club presentation.

Applicants must hold relevant fitness qualifications, demonstrate extensive group fitness experience, and work well in a team. Casual loading applies, with junior rates under 21 where applicable.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in conducting and supervising group fitness classes.
• Relevant qualifications and experience in the fitness industry.
• Ability to effectively work as a team member and contribute to a team orientated environment.
• Les Mills GEL component for Les Mills qualifications or group exercise qualifications equivalent to Group Exercise Freestyle component (Certificate III in Fitness).
• Certificate IV Specialisation Module in Exercise for Children and Young Adolescents (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate personal training sessions and/or group fitness classes.
• Ensure the facility is well presented and maintained.
• Build rapport with customers and deliver excellent customer service.
• Work as part of a positive and vibrant Leisure Services team.

Skills

Group fitness instruction experience

Teamwork and collaboration

Les Mills GEL / group exercise cred.

Relevant fitness qualifications

Customer rapport & communication

Education

Certificate III in Fitness

Certificate IV Specialisation Module in Exercise for Children and Young Adolescents

Job description

Expression of Interest

Leisure Services - Group Fitness Instructors Position No. 769

Casual Positions - $57.80 per hour inclusive of casual loading (junior rates apply if under 21). We recognise that a great organisation is about great people and we’re seeking expressions of interest from experienced Group Fitness Instructors who wish to join our valued Leisure Services team at Wellington Council.

Expression of Interest Leisure Services - Group Fitness Instructors Position No. 769 Casual Positions - $57.80 per hour inclusive of casual loading (junior rates apply if under 21). We recognise that a great organisation is about great people and we’re seeking expressions of interest from experienced Group Fitness Instructors who wish to join our valued Leisure Services team at Wellington Council.

We are seeking individuals with a high level of experience in group fitness instruction who are motivated, proactive and passionate about health and fitness. Utilising your excellent communication skills and your ability to build rapport with customers, you will be required to facilitate personal training sessions and/or group fitness classes, whilst ensuring that all aspects of the facility are well presented and maintained.

If you are interested in working as a part of a positive and vibrant team, are dedicated to the delivery of excellent customer service and available early mornings and evenings, we strongly encourage you to apply.

The successful applicants will be required to have obtained relevant qualifications prior to commencing work. Appointments are subject to a pre-employment medical, National Police Record Clearance and Working with Children Check.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate how they meet the criteria below:

• Extensive experience in conducting and supervising group fitness classes.
• Relevant qualifications and experience in the fitness industry.
• Ability to effectively work as a team member and contribute to a team orientated environment.
• Les Mills GEL component for Les Mills qualifications or group exercise qualifications equivalent to Group Exercise Freestyle component (Certificate III in Fitness).
• Certificate IV Specialisation Module in Exercise for Children and Young Adolescents (or equivalent).

Why Wellington?

Here at Wellington Shire Council, we have a strong commitment to create a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work-life flexibility and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees.

Every person at Wellington Shire Council brings their own unique experiences, perspectives and talents to help contribute to our vision of “Happy people, healthy environment and thriving communities”. As one of the largest employers in the region we have a diverse workforce of more than 500 staff who are based throughout the municipality, and we all work together as a team to make a positive impact in our community.

We use award-winning technologies to seek and implement innovative improvements across the organisation. We work hard to position ourselves as a leader in local government, continuously improving our diverse range of services for the betterment of our community.

We offer a rewarding culture of innovation, flexibility and continued learning in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Wellington Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and associated legislative requirements.

Wellington Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders and/or sexual orientations and gender identities.

Wellington Shire Council takes climate change and sustainability seriously and is looking to respond proactively and positively to the challenges ahead.

About Wellington

Wellington Shire Council is located in the Gippsland region of the state of Victoria, Australia and is approximately two hours east of Melbourne by road or rail. Many of us dream of a simpler lifestyle, with wide open spaces and no traffic jams. In The Middle of Everywhere, we live that enviable lifestyle every day.

In Wellington Shire you will find a wide range of beautiful environments to explore, with our pristine beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, temperate rainforests, wetlands and plenty of diverse, contrasting spaces to take your breath away.

Whether it’s a stroll along the iconic Ninety Mile Beach, a canoe down the Mitchell River or a bush walk through the Alpine National Park, there’s plenty to keep you busy in The Middle of Everywhere. Home to a range of tight-knit communities, you’ll quickly find yourself right at home with the wonderful people that make these towns so special.

From our lively restaurant and café culture to the very best in local produce, you’ll never be short of Sunday brunch ideas and places to try!

Visit https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/ to find out why the Wellington Shire is a great place to live and work.