Aquatic Programs Coordinator- Secondment
Are you passionate about aquatics and driven to create exceptional learning experiences?
An exciting
secondment opportunity
is available for an experienced and energetic team member to step into the role of
Aquatic Programs Coordinator
at Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre (SGAC) from
19 October to 20 December.
SGAC
is Sydney's leading leisure venue! Our busy indoor Aquatic Centre is bathed in natural light, spacious and modern, creating an ideal setting for swimmers and team members alike. Currently, we attract
3,000 learn to swim students every week
, over
**** students annually through our schools program
and
70,000 visitors a year!
The day to day:
Primarily focusing on two deliverables
; exceptional aquatic education programming
and
high standard of people leadership
, the Aquatic Programs Coordinator will play an integral function in strengthening our industry leadership, expanding program quality and participation, and developing a high-performing instructional team.
Key responsibilities include:
Design, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive swim school curriculum (infant through adult levels)
Oversee program quality, lesson standards, and participant outcomes
Lead, mentor, and develop swim instructors and aquatic supervisors
Ensure compliance with aquatic safety standards, risk management, and child safeguarding requirements
Monitor KPIs including enrolment growth, retention, customer satisfaction, and instructor performance
Drive innovation in programming to meet evolving community needs
Build strong relationships with families, schools, and community stakeholders




Manage staffing rosters, instructor training pathways, and professional development plans
Ensure consistency in lesson delivery, assessment standards, and progression frameworks
Our perfect fit:
Enthusiastic and passionate with contagious energy
Experienced in aquatics programming and swim school operations
Conscientious about providing a safe and enjoyable environment for learners of all ages and abilities
Excited about supervising, training and leading a team of like-minded individuals
Extremely knowledgeable about the aquatics industry, swimming and child development and technical training requirements
Well-presented and enjoys engaging with the staff, parents and community members.
You'll also have:
Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating swim school programs
Experience developing structured learn-to-swim pathways (infant, preschool, school-age, adult)
Strong understanding of skill acquisition in swimming, age-appropriate teaching strategies, water safety frameworks, and inclusive programming
Experience with instructor recruitment, onboarding, and performance management
Knowledge of compliance requirements including aquatic supervision ratios, emergency action planning, and child safety legislation
Budget management and program forecasting experience
Current industry certifications (e.g., Swim Teacher, CPR, First Aid, Working with Children Check).
This secondment is a great opportunity to broaden your experience, develop your leadership skills and contribute to the continued success of SGAC's aquatic programs.
Secondment Period: 19 October – 20 December
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📌 Aquatic Programs Coordinator- Secondment (Sydney)
🏢 West Hq
📍 Sydney