Recreation Officer (Gym)

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. 

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

About the role

The City Spaces team has an exciting opportunity available for a highly skilled and motivated Recreation Officer (Gym) to join our KGV Recreation Centre team for a minimum of 4 months. The position is part-time for 25 hours per week.

You will be responsible for operating within a small gym team, providing delivery of high-quality gym programs and services, to address the need of corporate and community needs. You will support the overall efficient and effective day-to-day operations of gym service area, and assist in the identification, development, and implementation of business improvements for the community. The successful applicant may be required to work across a 7-day roster, including evening shifts.

Some key essential knowledge and experience:

• Relevant experience in a fitness setting, including gym qualifications (Certificate 3 - Gym Instructor).
• Demonstrated experience in a leisure, community, sports, or recreation environment.
• Demonstrated experience with planning and delivery of recreational or community programs and services.
• Demonstrated experience in gym class facilitation.

Other duties relevant to the position as requested by line Managers.

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The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment, criminal history and working with children check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 02 July 2025.

For more information, contact Paul Silcox, Acting Operations Manager on 02 9265 9879.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance 
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. 

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333. 

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