Gym Services Officer

About Us

Our vision is powered by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of services we offer to our community. Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time for those who live, work, and play here to embrace and celebrate everything that makes Lismore so special. 

We warmly welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives and unique skills, helping to enrich our collective vision for a vibrant and thriving community.  

About this Position:

We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Gym Services Officer with a genuine passion for fitness and supporting others on their fitness journey to join our team at Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre (GSAC) and Switch 24/7 Gym.

In this key role, you will provide essential leadership and guidance, assisting the Gym and Fitness Coordinator in overseeing all aspects of gym operations and services at our Fitness Centre.

What We can offer you:

• Additional group fitness instructor and personal training opportunities.
• Join a dynamic and supportive team in a fun, encouraging work environment.
• Training and development opportunities available.
• Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing Programs.

What we trust you to deliver:

• Oversee gym services including health consultations, gym programs, group fitness classes, promotions and challenges.
• Conduct fitness assessments, develop tailored programs, and provide exceptional customer service.
• Assist with marketing and sales of gym programs, organise promotions, launches and community events to attract and retain members.
• Work closely with the Gym and Fitness Coordinator and team to achieve goals and provide a supportive environment for staff and members.

What you will need to be successful:

• Certificate lll and Certificate lV in fitness or equivalent Sports and Exercise Science Bachelor Degree.
• First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003) with current CPR
• Specific Group Fitness training
• Working with Children Check

Full position description: Click here 

Part Time: 20 hours a week

Salary: Salary starting from $30.40 an hour plus plus superannuation.

Closing date: Applications will remain open until this position is filled.

Contact: If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Kris Van Bibber, Gym and Fitness Coordinator, on 02 66255382.  

Conditions of Employment: Conditions of employment are in the Lismore City Council Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre and Lismore Memorial Baths Enterprise Agreement 2015 (Agreement), and relevant Council policy, procedures and agreements.

Pre-employment Screening: Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may include, health assessments, validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

Working with Children Check: In accordance with the requirement for ‘Working with Children' anyone starting a new, paid job in child-related work must apply for the Working With Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for this position and it is the responsibility of the successful applicant to have undertaken the WWCC and the ‘Clearance to Work with Children’ provided to Council prior to commencement. For further information on how to apply please refer to the Office of Children's Guardian website.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.   If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact our People and Culture team at 02 6625 0500 or email people@lismore.nsw.gov.au.