Casual - Fitness Trainers - ADF Project

About this Opportunity

• Casual
• School of Health Medical and Applied Sciences
• CQUniversity Bundaberg
• Higher Education Worker Level 2
• Casual Rates Apply

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

We are currently seeking expressions of interest from appropriately qualified professionals in fitness to join our team as Casual Fitness Trainers as part of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) project.

In this role, you will deliver pre-entry fitness assessments and strength and conditioning sessions for Australian Defence Force (ADF) candidates, including following ADF protocols, leading group class instruction, and ensuring safe exercise practice. Alongside your fitness responsibilities, you will also contribute to the smooth daily operation of the facility by providing exceptional customer service, assisting with membership processing, and responding to enquiries.

Please note this is a casual pool. Your expression of interest will remain valid until 31 December 2026. You will only be contacted if appropriate casual work becomes available whilst your application is active.

Position Requirements

• Minimum completion of a Certificate IV in Fitness and/or ASCA Level 1 (both highly desirable).
• Experience working within a gymnasium, with a proven ability to produce quality training programs and class instruction for clients.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cooperatively in a team-based environment to provide effective customer service.
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety obligations, and a willingness to undertake tasks in accordance with these obligations.
• Knowledge in the use of MS Office and associated gym database systems.
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or ability to acquire prior to commencement.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday, 31 December 2026 

  
Job Requisition ID: 7321

Contact Details: 

Kellie Walker

0416 205 999

k.walker@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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