Group Fitness Instructor at City of Parramatta External Careers Site

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

57.41

Posted On

18 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Yoga Instruction, Pilates Instruction, Aqua Fitness, Zumba, Tai Chi, Les Mills Programs, Class Design, Customer Service, First Aid, CPR, Equipment Management, Inclusive Teaching

Industry

Government Administration

Description

At a glance * Employment Type: Casual (6x positions) * Closing date: 9pm, Sunday 5 July 2026 Apply to join as a Group Fitness Instructor for Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC), which has been awarded for Aquatic Facility of the Year at the 2025 Royal Life Saving Awards Gala – The Aquas. Nestled in Parramatta Park’s lush surrounds, Parramatta Aquatic Centre (The PAC) is a new fitness, wellness and relaxation hub. Featuring three pools including an outdoor Olympic-sized centrepiece and indoor water playground, as well as spa, steam and sauna facilities, fitness centre, and public café, the PAC is a community oasis to accompany Parramatta’s burgeoning CBD district. At Council, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and through reference checks. Our commitment to child safety is explained in Council's Child Safe Commitment Statement. [https://copauehrmspd.blob.core.windows.net/pds/Child_Safe_Commitment_Statement_A4_v1_02.pdf] Your next career move is here! Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for the delivery of engaging, quality group fitness activities within Council’s aquatic and wellness facilities across a seven day a week programming calendar from early morning to evenings. Flexibility is essential as the successful candidates will need to be available to work across Monday and Sunday. Shifts will range from 5:30am – 11am and 4pm – 9pm, across 7 days. We are looking for Group Fitness Instructors who are qualified to teach Yoga, Pilates, Reformer, Aqua, Zumba, Tai Chi or Les Mills. On a daily basis, your main tasks will include: * Deliver high-quality, evidence-based group fitness classes aligned to community needs and customer demand. * Design inclusive, varied classes (including music) suitable for all fitness levels and abilities. * Run classes professionally—start/finish on time, follow the correct format, and maintain a positive, motivating environment. * Ensure safety and compliance by managing equipment, reporting incidents, and maintaining qualifications and training. * Build strong customer relationships through clear communication, excellent service, and timely feedback sharing. About you The successful candidate should have minimum 1-2 years experience in teaching and delivering classes for up to 20 members per class, a passion for fitness and the ability to provide high quality customer service in a fitness class setting. We are looking for Instructors available to teach across 7 days, within the shifts provided; 5:30am – 11am and 4pm – 9pm. Required Qualifications include: * Certificate III in Fitness for Freestyle Group Fitness Aqua Fitness (Including Aqua modules), Cycle Boxing, or * Group Exercise Leader (GEL) for pre-choreographed programs certified to teach Les Mills programs that may include Body Combat, Body Pump and RPM, or * AUSactive Approved Professional Pilates Courses or Registered Yoga Professional certified to teach specialist programs * Certified to teach specialist programs that may cover Zumba, Les Mills, Cycle, Pilates (Reformer and Matt), Yoga, Aqua and Boxing Along with the following: * Current Australian First Aid and Current CPR Certificate * NSW Working with Children Check Desired qualifications: * Cert IV in Fitness * AUSactive National Registration in the Group Exercise Instructor (GEI), Group Exercise Leader (GEL), or certifications in specific group exercise programs that has been approved by AUSactive. * Knowledgeable to deliver non accredited group fitness programs of ie; Boxing, Aquarobics, Barbell style classes and Seniors active based programs * Tertiary qualification in Exercise Science or similar What’s on offer We have several casual positions available and are offering an attractive hourly rate from $52.12 to $57.41 (inclusive of 25% casual loading), and weekend penalty rates. In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: * Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door) * Learning and development opportunities * Health and wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, Flu Shots and more) Come as you are! Our diverse culture is a source of strength. It increases the effectiveness of our teams and drives innovation, which includes finding new ways of working. Ultimately, diversity and inclusion shape who we are as a city and as a working environment. If you have any questions or would like to know more about Diversity at City of Parramatta, please email diversitycop@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au [diversitycop@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au]. Want to know more? Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description [https://copauehrmspd.blob.core.windows.net/pds/Group Fitness Instructor PD (Gd7) - March 2023.pdf]. Review our Values Flyer [https://copauehrmspd.blob.core.windows.net/pds/3965_Parramatta Values_1pager (1).pdf], which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Matt Murray on (02) 9806 5575 or email mmurray@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au [mmurray@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au] How to apply Candidates MUST apply online. Please attach a Cover Letter outlining your experience, skills and qualifications, aligning with the Position Description [https://copauehrmspd.blob.core.windows.net/pds/Group Fitness Instructor PD (Gd7) - March 2023.pdf]. As this is a child-related position, prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply. A Working with Children Check must be uploaded as part of your application. If you do not have a valid Working with Children Check and meet the remaining requirements of the role, please answer your pre-screening questions accordingly and reach out to Recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au [Recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au] to confirm that your WWCC is in progress. Applications close at 9pm Sunday 5 July 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium. Important additional information This position requires the preferred candidate to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test. The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based group fitness classes and design inclusive routines suitable for all fitness levels. Maintain a professional environment while ensuring safety, compliance, and strong customer relationships.