About The Team

Murdoch Active promotes the health and wellbeing of students, staff, and the wider community through quality sport, fitness, and recreation programs. Our services support the University's teaching, research, and community engagement, helping create a vibrant and inclusive campus experience.

We offer a range of programs and facilities-including the Active Gym, Sports and Recreation Hall, indoor/outdoor courts, and playing fields-designed to enhance student life and foster strong connections within and beyond the University.

Your New Role!

The Gym Officer is responsible for the provision and assistance of day-to-day operations of the Recreation and Fitness Centre and associated fitness and well-being programs. You will operate under limited supervision to deliver appropriate programs and services instructed by the Fitness & Wellbeing coordinator.

Your key responsibilities will include -

• Assisting in the delivery of maintenance, hygiene and cleaning of all Recreation and Fitness Centre equipment as per centre management requirements.
• Take ownership of the provision of member services including and not limited to bookings, fitness appointments, membership sales and maintenance.
• Work collaboratively with the Murdoch Active Staff to promote ongoing member-based events and engagement opportunities, e.g. group fitness class release launches, member challenges, social events, etc.
• Supervise the University's practical students if required.
• Work collaboratively with Murdoch University staff to promote and administer ongoing student practicum placement events and engagement opportunities.
• Assist with the promotion of Murdoch Active through external events such as Open Day.
• When required, assist with any roster issues that may arise on shift pertaining to Group Fitness Instructors, Personal Trainers, Yoga Instructors.
• Lead and instruct fitness classes, appraisals and fitness assessments for correct and safe exercise programming to meet individual member needs with relevant qualifications maintained and updated.
• Provide First Aid in the event of illness or injury to members, visitors and staff.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This casual role attracts a competitive casual rate of $45.05 p/hr - $49.38 p/hr inclusive of 25% casual loading plus 11.5% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic wage increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 6% increase!
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• Minimum AQF qualification of Certificate III (Certificate IV highly desired).
• Demonstrated and effective leadership, organisational, people and time management skills.
• Effective written skills, verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated competence in the use of computers and their application in the sport and recreation industry, with proven proficiency in cash handling and EFTPOS transactions
• Previous sport/fitness experience in a tertiary education environment.
• Experience in Personal Training and Coaching.
• Current First Aid Certificate.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to have a valid working with children check or the ability to register for one in accordance with the University's Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Jess Peters, Fitness and Wellbeing Coordinator and quote JR103906 as the reference.

Applications Close 15/06/2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.