About the role
The Programs Coordinator is a dynamic and hands-on role responsible for coordinating the delivery and ongoing development of dry programs and aqua aerobics at the Bellarine Aquatic & Sports Centre. Reporting to the Centre Manager, this position oversees a broad range of recreation and wellness services including gym, group exercise, older adult, and junior programs, while providing leadership and support to program staff and instructors. The role plays a key part in ensuring a safe, inclusive, and customer-focused environment through effective daily operations, program planning, staff supervision, and stakeholder engagement. This position also contributes to the strategic growth of leisure programs and supports the centre’s commitment to community wellbeing, operational excellence, and high-quality customer service.

Work type: Permanent Full Time
Classification: Band 5 $81,005 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and oversee the delivery of dry programs and aqua aerobics, ensuring safe, engaging, and customer-focused services across gym, group exercise, older adult, and junior programs.
• Lead, mentor, and support program staff and instructors to maintain high standards of performance, customer service, and operational excellence.
• Assist in the strategic planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative recreation and wellness programs to meet community needs.
• Manage day-to-day operational and administrative functions including program scheduling, facility bookings, reporting, and compliance with OH&S and Council policies.
• Build positive relationships with customers, community groups, suppliers, and internal stakeholders while promoting a welcoming and inclusive leisure environment.

About you
You are a motivated and community-focused recreation professional with experience in coordinating leisure, fitness, and wellness programs within a dynamic aquatic or leisure centre environment. You thrive in a leadership role, bringing the ability to support and develop staff while delivering exceptional customer experiences across a diverse range of programs and services. With strong organisational skills, a proactive approach, and a commitment to safety and inclusion, you can confidently manage day-to-day operations, build positive stakeholder relationships, and contribute to innovative programs that promote health and wellbeing within the community.

Essential Experience:

• Tertiary qualification relevant to recreation program management or several years’ experience in a related field.
• Certificate III & IV in Fitness
• Provide First Aid
• Pool Lifeguard Award
• Peak fitness body registration – Fitness Australia
• Current Working with Children Check
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

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Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

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Enquiries: Sally Aitken, Centre Manager Bellarine Aquatic & Sports Centre | Sally.Aitken@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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