About the Job

There is an exciting chance with the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre for a Team Leader Health & Fitness. This position will coordinate and support the effective day-to-day operation of Health and Fitness at the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre, providing leadership to staff, developing engaging programs and promoting a positive and inclusive environment that encourages community participation and member engagement.

This is a split level role, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Ensure Health and Fitness operations at the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre comply with relevant AUSactive standards, the Fitness Industry Code of Practice and applicable organisational policies and procedures.
- Develop and coordinate an engaging and diverse timetable of Health and Fitness classes.
- Ensure Health and Fitness staff hold appropriate qualifications and competencies.
- Coordinate and conduct Health and Fitness appraisals, ensuring assessments meet relevant industry standards.
- Assist the Supervisor Recreation Programs with the recruitment, training and development of the Health and Fitness team.
- Coordinate day-to-day Health and Fitness operations.
- Provide guidance and support to Health and Fitness staff.
- Maintain and review statistics on class attendance and participation, providing feedback and recommendations to the Supervisor Recreation Programs.
- Work with the Supervisor Recreation Programs to identify, develop and implement special events, programs and initiatives.
- Ensure all gym equipment, machines and class resources are available, maintained and kept in good working order.




- Promote and monitor member engagement and participation.
- Support and implement management policies in line with the Shire's vision, mission and goals, and comply with Council's Code of Conduct.
- Undertake any other duties as required.

This is a part time position, working 20 hours per week.

About you

In order to succeed and thrive in this split level position, you must have:

Level 5

- A Certificate IV in Fitness.
- Sound understanding of Australian fitness industry standards and codes of practice.
- Experience supervising and coordinating staff.
- Well developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Well developed computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience developing Health and Fitness programs.
- Experience in developing and coordinating group fitness timetables
- Current First Aid and CPR certifications and a Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain.
- Current AUSactive registration, or willingness and eligibility to obtain and maintain relevant registration.

Level 6

- Meet all essential selection criteria outlined for Level 5.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Australian fitness industry standards and codes of practice.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and supporting employees, managing performance, and overseeing daily operations.




- Demonstrated experience developing, implementing and reviewing Health and Fitness programs to improve participation, member engagement and service delivery.

Benefits

Salary: Level 5 $40,519 per annum

Level 6 $42,034 per annum

Permanent staff are entitled to:

- 5 weeks annual leave per year
- The option of one Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 4 weeks in exchange for working 40 hours per week.
- Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution
- Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%
- Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
- Access to career development opportunities
- Uniform allowance
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations

Applications close on 22 November 2026.
Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal at: https://esperance.bigredsky.com/page.php and include a current Resume, a Cover Letter and statements addressing the Selection Criteria.

Further details are available in the Position Description, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on 08 •••• •638.

Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date and as such, the closing date is subject to change without notice.

The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.

The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer

📌 Team Leader - Health & Fitness (Esperance)
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