Our Leisureplex Mission is to inspire an active and healthy Canning through industry-leading experiences, safe and welcoming facilities, and programs and services that make a lasting impact in our centres and beyond. About the role Are you an experienced fitness leader who is passionate about creating exceptional health and wellbeing experiences for your community? Do you thrive on leading teams, growing participation and developing innovative programs that make a genuine impact? We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Team Leader Fitness to lead the City's Fitness Department across Riverton and Cannington Leisureplexes. In this full-time permanent role, you will provide leadership to a diverse fitness team including Fitness Officers, Gym Instructors, Group Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers. You will drive the delivery of industry-leading fitness services, programs and experiences that support healthier lifestyles, strong community outcomes and sustainable business growth. Working across two award-recognised Leisureplexes that welcome more than 1.4 million visits annually, you will play a key role in shaping the future of fitness and wellbeing services through strategic planning, innovative program development, community partnerships and a robust focus on customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a fitness professional who wants to lead high-quality facilities, develop talented teams and make a lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of the Canning community. A snapshot of the role

- Lead the City's Fitness Department across Riverton and Cannington Leisureplexes.
- Provide leadership, coaching and support to Fitness Officers, Gym Instructors, Group Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers.
- Drive membership growth, customer retention and participation across a diverse range of fitness services and programs.
- Develop innovative fitness, wellness and community programs that create positive health outcomes.
- Build partnerships with community organisations, schools, health providers and other stakeholders.
- Lead business planning, budgeting, financial performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversee fitness equipment lifecycle planning and ensure facilities remain contemporary, safe and welcoming.




- Champion a culture of accountability, innovation, customer excellence and high performance.

What you’ll bring to the role

- Demonstrated leadership experience in a fitness, leisure, recreation or community wellbeing environment, with the ability to develop high-performing teams and foster a positive, customer-focused culture.
- Demonstrated experience developing, delivering and continuously improving fitness services, programs and initiatives that drive participation, community outcomes, membership growth and commercial performance.
- Strong understanding of fitness industry trends, business development, customer retention and service innovation, with the ability to identify and implement new opportunities.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, budgeting, financial management, reporting and business improvement within a service delivery environment.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with experience working collaboratively with community groups, schools, health providers, sporting clubs and other key partners.
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent leadership experience in a fitness, leisure or recreation environment, Certificate III in Fitness, with a Current First Aid Qualification, National Police Clearance and Drivers Licence.

About you

- You are a passionate leader who enjoys developing people and creating positive team cultures.
- You are innovative and commercially minded, with the ability to identify opportunities for growth and continuous improvement.
- You are motivated by creating outstanding customer experiences and improving the wellbeing of your community.
- You enjoy balancing strategic thinking with practical leadership and operational excellence.
- You are excited by the opportunity to lead fitness services across two thriving Leisureplexes and shape the future direction of the Fitness Department.





Why should I apply for this role?

- Permanent, Full Time position.
- Monthly rostered day off or 9 day fortnight.
- $90,708.38- $101,535.70 per annum + super
- 5% paid Annual Leave Loading.
- We match super contributions to help you save for your future.
- Access to a comprehensive wellbeing program and initiatives, including discounted health insurance, flu vaccinations and wellbeing events.
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
- Genuine commitment to learning and development.
- Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna and group fitness).
- Most importantly, at City of Canning Leisureplexes, we are just as passionate about providing an industry-leading staff experience as we are a member experience.

Impact the Community in a Big Way The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference. With a population of around 100,000 people, our Leisureplexes welcome more than 1.4 million visits each year and play a vital role in supporting active, healthy and connected communities. As Team Leader Fitness, you will have the opportunity to influence the health and wellbeing of thousands of members and visitors while leading one of the City's most important service areas. Canning welcomes you to apply: To be considered for this role, you must provide your Resume and Cover Letter that addresses the Essential Selection Criteria (maximum two pages, PDF format preferred). To view the Position Description and complete an application, visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click APPLY. You may also contact Mike Hayes, Service Lead – Leisure Facilities, on 0403 360 *** for a confidential discussion. Applications are open until 5.00pm Sunday 25 October 2026, we reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early. The City of Canning is a child safe organisation and reserves the right to request relevant Working with Children documentation from prospective candidates where required.

This job was originally advertised via Our Mob - The Job Board for First Nations Jobseekers.

📌 Team Leader Fitness (Cannington)
🏢 City of Canning
📍 Cannington