Manager, Nathan Fitness Centre

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Griffith Sport is looking for an experienced Manager to oversee the Nathan Fitness Centre. The role is responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of both the Nathan Fitness Centre, and the Logan Workout Room (Logan campus). The position will be suited to a self-driven worker with great initiative and highly developed organisational skills, and a passion for continuous improvement and refining efficiencies in processes.

Our ideal candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual, willing to jump into all facets of the business. We’re looking for someone who provides excellent customer service, has exceptional communication skills, an eye for detail and a keen interest sport and recreation. Well-developed people management skills are vital to success in this role as is engaging with internal and external stakeholders. 

The role requires the Manager to be able to lead positively while juggling competing priorities and maintaining a calm and composed demeanour, supporting staff to do the same. 

About you
Essential Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications (minimum Certificate IV in Fitness) with a minimum of 5 years industry experience. A relevant tertiary qualification combined with industry experience will be highly regarded
• Current First Aid including CPR
• Current, Positive Blue Card
• Current Driver’s Licence

To be successful in the role, you will have: 

• Experience using membership and venue management software.
• Highly developed communication, organisation and administrative skills.
• Experience in managing risk and health and safety requirements.
• Demonstrated people management skills.
• Be highly self-motivated, be able to demonstrate initiative, discretion and judgement to perform duties independently and manage multiple tasks with limited supervision.
• Previous experience in student-based services, preferably in a tertiary environment.

What we can offer
This is a continuing, full-time position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 5 range $77,761 – $87,235 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $90,981 – $102,065 per annum.

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we’ve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all – whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About You section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information about this role, please contact Ellen Thomson, Manager Sport & Recreation on .  

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner at .

Closing date: Monday, 17 February at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.