Kinesiologist - Fitness Trainer

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services; Quebec; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national support organization is looking for a Kinesiologist - Fitness Trainer based in Quebec. In this role, you will lead fitness and sports programs for military members, ensuring they meet established standards. Applicants should have a degree in a related field and relevant certifications. This full-time position offers a chance to make a significant impact on the health of those who serve our country.

Benefits

Health benefits including drug coverage and virtual care

Flexible work options

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and conducting physical fitness training sessions.
• Instructing health and physical fitness training modules.
• Evaluating physical fitness.

Responsibilities

• Lead Fitness, Sports and Aquatics programs.
• Develop, deliver and assess Tactical programs.
• Support Canadian Armed Forces members in fitness.

Skills

Client focus

Organizational knowledge

Communication

Innovation

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences or a related field

Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification

Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Certificate

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CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

Where fitness matters!

Supporting and working alongside the members of the Canadian Armed Forces and actively preparing them to defend and serve our country could be your path to an extremely fulfilling career.

As part of a dynamic and dedicated team, as a Fitness and Sports Instructor, you will have the opportunity to lead Fitness, Sports and Aquatics programs for a very highly motivated and professional clientele. Daily, you will develop, deliver and assess Tactical programs based on established employment standards to ensure the members of the Canadian Armed Forces can safely and effectively perform their duties in operations.

Much like the military we so proudly support, we push the envelope of what’s possible. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver programs and services that are grounded in cutting edge scientific research and supported by state-of-the-art technology.

Qualifications Needed

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences or a related field AND some years of experience in physical fitness evaluation and prescription or a related field

Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification

Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Certificate

Experience

In preparing and conducting physical fitness training sessions

In instructing health and physical fitness training modules

In applying policies, procedures, and regulations

In evaluating physical fitness

In aquatics such as lifeguarding or swim instruction

In officiating at least three sports such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, racquet sports, and hockey

In coaching sports

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership

Language Requirements

French Essential

Benefits Available

Health Benefits : Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance : Flexible work options and a wide range of paid / unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning : A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development : Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks : Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting : https : / / cfmws.ca / Benefits

Other Information

Hiring multiple candidates. Three (3) positions are permanent and two (2) position are temporary and temporary employment is expected to end on March 31th 2026. Please clearly indicate on your cover letter / resume if you are interested only in a particular position or either.

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and / or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs / 4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs / 23 kg).

Successful completion of the Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness & Sports Level 1 & 2 Courses by the end of probation.

As part of the selection process, candidates will undergo a physical fitness test (FORCE Evaluation) and must achieve a minimum level of Bronze.

As a fundamental condition of employment, within the first twelve (12) months of your employment in this position, you are required to obtain your NLS qualification.

PSP : Keep our Canadian Armed Forces operationally ready and their families and military community healthy as part of the team at Personnel Support Programs. Personnel Support Programs contributes to the operational readiness of our Canadian Armed Forces through the provision of fitness, sports, recreation and health promotion programs to military communities across Canada and members while on deployment.

START DATE

August 25th 2025

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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