At the Y our vision is simple – Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong.
As the largest employer in fitness and recreation we have more than 5,000 staff at over 140 centres across Victoria. With us, you will work with fun colleagues who have a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals and transforming communities for the better.
About the Centre
Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre (GRAC) is a brand new, state-of-the-art recreation centre located in Traralgon, Victoria. We run a variety of fitness and swim programs and memberships to suit adults and children. So whether you're looking for a new gym, group fitness classes, personal training, lap swimming or swimming lessons - we have something for everyone. Our facilities and pools cater to people of all abilities and our qualified staff are ready to help to reach your fitness and nutrition goals.
Benefits
At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:
- Flexible working and rostering arrangements
- Opportunities for career development and growth
- Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
- Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness
About the Role
As a Health & Fitness Instructor you will possess a genuine desire to encourage and support members to achieve their health and fitness goals. The Instructor is relied upon to motivate, educate and enhance each member’s experience. Through developing a rapport with members, the Health & Fitness Instructor fosters a commitment to their improved health and wellbeing.
This is a casual position and the hourly rate is $37.05 + Super.
About You
As a Fitness Instructor, you’ll be a strong communicator and dynamic leader, motivating and educating our diverse clientele to build healthy, active behaviours. You will be passionate about member growth and customer service with the need to work across the gym floor and customer service with a mindset to engage in the community.
Essential Qualifications
- Certificate III in Fitness or approved equivalent
- Certificate IV in Fitness or approved equivalent (completed or working towards completion)
- Current AUSactive Registration, or approved equivalent
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- 20 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) every two years, in order to maintain your accredited Fitness Industry registration.
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au
How to Apply
Working for the YMCA is a rewarding and challenging experience for those with a positive attitude, zest for life and who seek to contribute to the bigger picture. If this is you, click the Apply button now!
Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Y Victoria are proud to be a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.