Aligned Leisure is a 100% owned subsidiary of the Richmond Football Club, established as a vehicle to manage the operations of Richmond’s health, fitness and leisure business activities. Supported by the people and business systems of the Richmond Football Club, Aligned Leisure currently operates 53 leisure centres, community stadiums, pools, gyms, skate parks, gymnastics programs, theatres and other facilities throughout Victoria and New South Wales.
At Aligned Leisure, culture is paramount, and we are committed to developing our people in a supportive environment. Connecting to Thrive and Win is about connecting not only with customers, but also about staff connecting with each other with humour and care, through storytelling and authenticity, to build genuine relationships.
We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who fit our culture and either wish to learn a new industry or further develop their existing skills. If you have a passion for your local region, a focus on supporting your community and a desire to help us in providing the best level of service, we would love to hear from you.
Child Safety Commitment:
Aligned Leisure is committed to the safety of children. We want all children who attend our facilities and/or are in our care to be safe, happy and empowered. We are committed to the safety, protection, participation and empowerment of all children by implementing Child Safe Standards and providing a safe and supportive environment for all children. We make sure that children are not exposed to any form of harmful conduct or abuse and each child is empowered to participate in decisions that affect them and to share any concerns they may have.
Job Description
Fitness Captain – Lead, Inspire, Make an Impact
Are you a passionate fitness professional ready to step into a leadership role where you can truly make a difference?
As a Fitness Captain, you’ll be at the heart of creating an energetic, inclusive and high-performing fitness environment across Bass Coast. This is more than just a management role it’s an opportunity to inspire your team, connect with the community and shape programs that help people live healthier, happier lives.
In this role, you’ll lead both the Health Club and Group Fitness teams, driving exceptional member experiences while building a strong, motivated team culture. You’ll play a key role in growing participation, innovating programs and bringing fitness to life both inside and beyond the centre.
Why This Role Stands Out
Lead with purpose – Make a real impact on community health and wellbeing
Creative freedom – Shape and grow fitness and group programming
Career progression – Develop leadership, operational, and strategic skills
Community connection – Deliver events and initiatives that bring people together
Dynamic environment – No two days are the same
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead and support a team of fitness professionals and instructors to deliver outstanding service
Oversee day-to-day operations of the Health Club and Group Fitness programs
Design and deliver innovative fitness and wellbeing programs that drive engagement
Build strong relationships with members, supporting them to achieve their goals
Drive participation in personal training, small group training, and classes
Plan and deliver community-based fitness initiatives and events
Use data and insights to continuously improve programs and member experience
Ensure a safe, welcoming, and high-quality environment for all
What You Bring
A passion for fitness, people, and community impact
Strong leadership and team development skills
Experience in fitness instruction, personal training, or group fitness
A proactive, energetic approach with a focus on member experience
The ability to balance hands-on delivery with operational responsibilities
What Success Looks Like
You’ll create a thriving fitness environment where members feel supported, teams feel empowered, and programs continue to grow and evolve. Your leadership will directly contribute to stronger community connections and increased participation across all fitness offerings.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
Experience in fitness leadership
Fitness Australia certified
Certificate 3 and 4 in Fitness or equivalent
Current First Aid and CPR certificate
Working with Children Check
Personal Attributes:
Focused on the customer
Disciplined to manage the varied components to this role
Relentless in their approach to delivering exceptional service
