About the role
An exciting opportunity exists to join our personal training program based at our indoor Leisure centres. You will be responsible for planning and delivering high quality programs to existing and potential members, ensuring their independent needs are being met that incorporate a variety of strength, flexibility and mobility exercises.

Work type: Casual
Classification: Personal Trainer Level 1 $51.48 p/h (inc casual loading)

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and deliver one-on-one and small group personal training sessions, ensuring effective fitness programs and high-quality customer service.
• Foster a positive culture amongst patrons and ensure the health, safety and well-being of clients is monitored and maintained.
• Work closely with the Programs/ Gym Coordinator and clients in prescribing gym programs that are appropriate the participant’s goals.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have experience in planning and delivering one-on-one or group based training exercise programs, and developing individualised programs. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with a diverse group of clients and stakeholders.

Essential Experience:

• Minimum Certificate 4 in fitness or equivalent.
• Working with Children’s Check.
• Current Level 2 First Aid qualification.
• Current CPR qualification.
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

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From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

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Enquiries: Danny Russell | Gym Coordinator | DRussell@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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