Team Leader Fitness

• Permanent Full-time
• $81672.54 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the City Life team

Hume City Council is one of Australias fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Ensure the provision of high-quality fitness services and opportunities to Hume City Council residents by providing safe friendly inclusive and welcoming environments through leading the delivery of fitness services supervision and operations. 

What youll be doing:

• Support the Coordinator Fitness Services in the development and review of risk assessments policies procedures and work instructions relating to Aquatic Supervision and Services.   
• Ensure the health and safety of all members and staff using the facilities in particular the safety of all gym members.
• Establish and promote an organisational culture committed to safety by compliance with relevant regulations Organisational Policies and Procedures standards guidelines and industry best practises.  
• Maintain appropriate rostering supervision support and performance management of Fitness Instructors to ensure the highest standards of safety and service delivery is always provided including completion of annual My Hume Reviews for Part Time staff and routine catch ups with Casual staff.   
• Fitness Team Supervision: day to day rostering and management of Gym Instructors
• Support the ongoing training and performance of Duty Supervisors in these key areas       through mentoring and ongoing training opportunities in conjunction with the Coordinator Fitness Services.  
• Work in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to continuously improve systems and procedures in the Fitness area.
• Support the Coordinator Compliance and Safety in the development implementation review and routine practice of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedure.  Provide advice relating to Fitness spaces regarding prevention and response to Emergencies of various kinds.  
• Ensure the appropriate supervision of facility maintenance work undertaken by all contractors and staff to ensure that safe work practices are always maintained work is completed satisfactorily and required documentation is provided and retained on file. 

The skills and experience youll bring to the role:

• Experience with the operation of a Leisure centre which incorporates a gymnasium and group fitness classes.
• Well-developed administrative skills including effective time management and organisational skills.
• Understanding of personnel policies and practices including Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and an ability to supervise staff and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Skills in providing guidance and formulation of strategies to achieve customer satisfaction in a fitness environment.
• Ability to identify customer needs and expectations determine appropriate actions and respond accordingly when dealing with difficult situations to maintain a positive Council image.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Hume Leisures Quality and Safety Plans and Operational Procedures.
• Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of public health and safety issues. including centre specific operational requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Degree or Diploma in Physical Education Bachelor of Science (Human Movement) Degree or Fitness Leaders Certificate (Resistance Training) with little or no experience or lesser formal qualifications with skills and relevant industry experience.
• Current Provide First Aid Certificate.
• Current CPR Certificate.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current Physical Activity/Fitness Australia accreditation (or in a position to gain accreditation).
• Current Pool Lifeguard qualification would be advantageous.
• Experience with the operation of a Leisure centre which incorporates a gymnasium and group fitness classes.
• Current drivers licence.

Why Hume City Council

A leader in local government were committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

Were better every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

Were in it together: At Hume everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages people with disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGBTIQA people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks Working with Children Check and a Criminal Record Check.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time