THE ROLE

Port Lincoln Leisure Centre is seeking an energetic and inspiring Health & Fitness Director to champion physical activity and lead our health and fitness programs. In this leadership role, you'll drive participation, oversee high- quality service delivery and create opportunities for people of all ages to thrive. Strong planning, reporting, marketing, and communication skills are essential.

We are also looking for someone who creates a fun and exciting work atmosphere that is driven, hardworking, goal orientated and demonstrates the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the performance of the health club, group fitness and personal training programs including achieving targets, budgets, KPI’s, safety, intervention of non-performance and staff development

Champion community health and wellbeing by promoting the benefits of physical activity and creating opportunities for people to connect through fitness.

Provide leadership, training, and support to fitness staff, personal trainers, and group fitness instructors, fostering a positive and high-performing team culture.

Deliver exceptional customer service by handling enquiries, supporting members, and ensuring a welcoming, professional environment.

Develop, implement, and promote programs and events such as launches, masterclasses, and community initiatives that encourage engagement.

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With approximately 1,000 employees (and growing), we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

Cert IV in Fitness

(HLTAID0011) Provide First Aid or equivalent

(HLTAID009) Provide CPR or equivalent

Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect” (RRHAN-EC) training

2 years of experience in the industry

Excellent interpersonal skills and highly developed communication skills

Proven capability to build strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders

To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get-involved/careers/find-a-job

THE BENEFITS

The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.

Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together*

Enjoy 20% off discounts - programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services*

Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development.

Access to learning and development programs that will allow you to build key skills and further your career.

*Terms and Conditions apply

LIKE TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Nathan Reichstein at 0422 133 859 and [email protected].

HOW TO APPLY

Does this sound like you? Apply now!

You must address the key selection criteria in your application.

Applications close 8 October 2025.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:

National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)

DHS Working With Children Check

International Criminal History Record Check (if worked/lived overseas in the last 5 years)

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who-we-are/safeguarding-children

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.