Mountain Bike Instructor

Aligned Leisure; Shire of Yarra Ranges; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership & further discount

Discounts at onsite cafés and on swim,

Access to the Play Well employee welln

Job summary

Aligned Leisure invites applications for a Mountain Bike Instructor to deliver engaging, safe, and inclusive riding sessions as part of Yarra Ranges Council’s community programs. You will lead structured sessions to build skills and confidence for riders of all abilities, ensuring a welcoming environment and adherence to program objectives.

This casual role offers flexibility and community impact. You will coach participants, maintain session plans, and promote ongoing participation while

Qualifications

• Experience in mountain biking, coaching or outdoor recreation programs.
• A passion for engaging with the community and supporting participants of all skill levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A high level of professionalism, reliability and organisation.
• Relevant coaching, fitness or outdoor recreation qualifications desirable.
• A valid First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain both.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured mountain bike sessions aligned to program objectives and participant skill levels.
• Provide coaching, guidance and support to help participants develop skills, confidence and enjoyment.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring equipment is used correctly and risk is managed.
• Engage with participants before, during and after sessions to encourage ongoing participation.
• Maintain session plans, attendance records and required reporting.
• Support program growth by promoting sessions and building community engagement.
• Uphold service standards and deliver outstanding customer experiences in every interaction.

Skills

Mountain biking experience

Coaching

Community engagement

Education

Coaching or outdoor recreation qualifications

Job description

• Join a passionate team delivering community health and wellbeing outcomes
• Lead engaging, skill-based mountain biking sessions for all ability levels
• Benefit from free gym membership & further discounts

Aligned Leisure is a 100% owned subsidiary of the Richmond Football Club, established as a vehicle to manage the operations of Richmond’s health, fitness and leisure business activities. Supported by the people and business systems of the Richmond Football Club, Aligned Leisure currently operates 57 leisure centres, community stadiums, pools, gyms, skate parks, gymnastics programs, theatres and other facilities throughout Victoria and New South Wales.

Aligned Leisure is a purpose-driven organisation. Our purpose, connecting to thrive and win, is the reason we exist. Our people are supported and encouraged to deliver on this purpose in their interactions with colleagues and customers. Through this purpose, our people help us enrich communities and ignite connections.

Job Description

About the role

The Mountain Bike Instructor will deliver engaging, safe and inclusive mountain bike sessions as part of Yarra Ranges Council’s community programs. You will lead structured sessions that build skills, confidence and participation for riders of all levels. You will create a welcoming and supportive environment while ensuring all sessions are delivered safely, professionally and in line with program objectives and community outcomes. This is a casual role.

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Delivering structured mountain bike sessions aligned to program objectives and participant skill levels
• Providing coaching, guidance and support to help participants develop skills, confidence and enjoyment
• Creating a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring equipment is used correctly and risk is managed
• Engaging with participants before, during and after sessions to encourage ongoing participation
• Maintaining session plans, attendance records and required reporting
• Supporting program growth by promoting sessions and building community engagement
• Upholding service standards and delivering outstanding customer experiences in every interaction

Benefits

Aligned Leisure recognises, rewards and supports our people. By joining our team, you’ll have access to:

• Free gym and aquatic membership
• Discounts at onsite cafés and on swim and gym merchandise
• Access to the Play Well employee wellness portal (on-demand workouts, healthy recipes, or wellbeing appointments)
• Opportunities for career development through cross-training at other locations and departments

Desired Skills and Experience

About you

To succeed in the Mountain Bike Instructor role, you’ll need:

• Experience in mountain biking, coaching or outdoor recreation programs
• A passion for engaging with the community and supporting participants of all skill levels
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A high level of professionalism, reliability and organisation
• Relevant coaching, fitness or outdoor recreation qualifications (desirable but not essential)
• A valid First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain both

In line with our Child Safety Commitment, this position may be subject to pre-employment checks such as a Police Check and must maintain a current Working with Children’s Check or equivalent.

Child Safety Commitment

Aligned Leisure is committed to the safety of children. We want all children who attend our facilities and/or are in our care to be safe, happy and empowered. We are committed to the safety, protection, participation and empowerment of all children by implementing Child Safe Standards and providing a safe and supportive environment for all children. We make sure that children are not exposed to any form of harmful conduct or abuse and each child is empowered to participate in decisions that affect them and to share any concerns they may have.

Aligned Leisure is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities.