Are you ready to lead a team that inspires confidence, safety, and joy in the water every day? At Mingara, we’re more than a swim school – we’re a community where every splash creates a memory!

It sounds pretty good, right?

It gets better…you’d be based on the beautiful Central Coast, but our organisation also makes life great in Port Macquarie, Blue Mountains and in Sydney. Our vision is ‘to make a significant contribution to the quality of community life’.

Who We Are

At One by Mingara, we believe in the power of movement to change lives. We’re home to a 50m indoor Olympic pool, a heated leisure pool, hydrotherapy facilities, and a vibrant café, all set within a high-quality, inclusive environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities.

From babies experiencing their first time in the water, to performance athletes chasing PBs, to Masters swimmers rediscovering their love of the water, and everyday fitness swim sessions our aquatics programs support everyone to live life greatly.

A Great Opportunity

In this dynamic position you will be responsible for the continuous development and improvement of our Learn to Swim program and team, helping waterproof our coastal children! This position will collaborate with other Centre Leads to support our community’s aquatic journey from babies to masters. The fast-paced, ever-changing environment ensures that no two days are alike. As you work, you’ll acquire new skills, forge lasting relationships, and devise creative solutions on the fly.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Lead and inspire a passionate team of Swim Teachers

Deliver engaging, innovative Swim School programs

Build lasting connections with children, families, and the community

Champion safety, compliance, and excellence in aquatics

Foster ongoing learning and development for passionate team members

You will have the opportunity to work alongside an amazing team, contributing to a positive and warm organizational culture. Your leadership abilities, effective communication, and collaboration skills will be essential as you deliver innovative Swim School programs. Your passion for swimming and commitment to exceptional service will complement your business acumen.

Why Join Us?

Because life’s GREAT when you work with people who care. At Mingara, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a supportive team that celebrates wins, fuels personal growth, and values your wellbeing

We offer:

A base salary starting from $80,000 + Super

Free One by Mingara Membership – gym and pool access

Free espresso coffee and 20% off food and drinks

Discounts on events packages

Discounts on Learn to Swim and Squad classes for children

Permanent employment with paid leave and job security

Rosters four weeks in advance – plan your life with confidence

Health and Wellness program including EAP and annual Flu Shots

Paid professional development and clear career pathways

Discounted holidays at partner parks

About You

You will be passionate about fostering positive relationships with team members, swimmers, teachers, parents, and the wider community. By leading through example as a positive role model and creating memorable experiences.

What you bring:

Proven experience in developing and managing aquatic programs

A genuine and caring approach to leadership and team development

Demonstrated industry knowledge and understanding of national swimming and water safety frameworks Including: Royal Life Saving, Swim and Survive, Guidelines for safe pool operations and NSW Health

Relevant qualifications including Swimming and Water Safety Teacher and advanced/specialised swimming certificates

Current Working with Children Check

Desirable

Pool Lifeguard Qualification

Certificate III in Aquatics and Community Recreation (or equivalent)

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Your Commitment

We want you to be autonomous and will give you the trust to make key decisions. Flexibility is a must and is required to meet the needs of a 7 day a week business.

Our Commitment

When you work at Mingara you’re part of something bigger, you’re part of a team working together to live our vision to make a significant contribution to the quality of community life. You will learn life lessons in and out of the pool through coaching, leadership, and passion. We will encourage you to dive into challenges, exceed expectations, create opportunities and love what you do.

If you’re ready to make a splash, apply NOW!

Applications Close: Monday, 29 September 2025 11.55 pm AEST

Mingara Recreation Club is part of Mingara Leisure Group where we provide a great, safe, community for our team. We value Workplace Gender Equality and equal opportunities for all.