At Darebin, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of how we work. Our commitment to these values is unwavering, they are central to our mission, to our impact and to help us better serve our community. We know that having varied perspectives and lived experiences helps generate better ideas to enable a diverse, inclusive and connected community.

Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.

About Darebin City Council

Located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life.

About the Role

The position of Personal Trainer/Gym Instructor interacts with our diverse member base on the gym floor. They provide a supportive and encouraging environment for members to feel supported and guided in their individual fitness journey.

• Welcoming new members to the gym, provide training advice and technique correction.
• Build a personal training client base and promote the benefits of personal training.
• Program and coach small group functional training sessions on the gym floor.
• Deliver health assessments, including body composition scanning using the latest technology and effective gym programming.
• Develop and encourage a positive culture amongst patrons and promote other fitness and recreational activities at our facility.
• Uphold a professional and friendly public image, provide exceptional customer service and foster a safe and welcoming environment.
• Proactively manage the operational needs of the gym floor including equipment maintenance reporting.

Skills & Experience

• Hold a minimum Cert IV in Fitness or equivalent
• Current First Aid, CPR, Fitness Registration and Working with Childrens Check
• Industry experience in Personal Training and Small Group Training desirable
• Ability to work with a diverse community
• Be a team player as well as able to work autonomously

Culture

As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program - Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.

Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Staff Covid-19 Vaccination Policy.