We’re seeking enthusiastic, community-focused individuals to join our Swim, Sport & Leisure team. Whether you’re passionate about aquatic safety, teaching swimming, fitness, customer service, or sports coaching, we’d love to hear from you.

This Expression of Interest (EOI) allows you to register your details for upcoming recruitment rounds. Submitting an EOI does not guarantee a role will be available; however, it ensures we have your information on file when opportunities arise.

All Swim, Sport & Leisure staff must hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Roles We Recruit For

Lifeguard (Additional summer recruitment starts September)

• Ensure the safety and enjoyment of aquatic patrons

• Maintain high standards of pool supervision and safety compliance
  Essential: WWCC, CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Qualification

Learn to Swim Teacher

• Teach and assess swimming programs for all ages

• Engage positively with students and families
  Essential: WWCC, CPR, Swim Teacher License

Customer Service

• Be the welcoming face of our centres

• Assist with memberships, bookings, and enquiries
  Essential: WWCC, CPR

Gym Instructor

• Provide safe, effective gym instruction

• Screen, assess, and create personalised programs

• Deliver gym floor sessions
  Essential: WWCC, CPR, First Aid, Cert III (or higher) in Fitness

Coaching / Referee

• Coach or officiate sports programs in a safe, inclusive environment

• Build participation and enjoyment for all skill levels
  Essential: WWCC, CPR, First Aid, Relevant Coaching Accreditation

Locations
Roles may be available at Bellarine Aquatic & Sports Centre, Norlane ARC, Leisurelink, Splashdown, Kardinia Aquatic Centre, Lara Aquatic Centre, North Bellarine Aquatic Centre, and Leisuretime Sports Precinct.

If you’re passionate about recreation, safety, and community wellbeing, we’d love to receive your EOI. Please have your qualifications ready to upload.

Child Safety
We are a child-safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse. Policies, procedures, and training support all staff to uphold these commitments. Please review our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity & Inclusion
We aim for a workforce that reflects our community and values diverse experiences. We ensure equal opportunity and encourage applications from First Nations peoples, culturally diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and people of all genders, ages, and experiences.

About Us – We Are the City
From parks to offices, leisure centres to waterfront attractions, our team shapes Geelong’s vibrant community. We deliver essentials brilliantly while striving for sustainability, collaboration, and long-term impact.

We support accessibility and welcome discussions about adjustments during recruitment.

Applications & Enquiries

Applications close: 11:55 pm, 1 August 2026
Enquiries: Talent Team | careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

If you require adjustments to apply, please email your preferred contact method, and a member of our Talent team will be in touch. We collect demographic data to improve outreach and promote diversity. Responses are confidential.