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Operations Manager - Swimming Wellington, Wellington

 

Applications are invited for the above position which involves a variety of tasks that make up the day to day management of the Regions operations including the organising and running of its competitions.

This position will commence in June 2008 by arrangement.  Further information is available upon request with the job description available on the Swimming Wellington website www.swimwn.co.nz . The job description can also be viewed here.

Confidential enquires and requests for further information should be made to:
The President
Swimming Wellington
wgtn.swim@xtra.co.nz 

Please send your application and CV by Friday 30th May 2008 to the above email address.

Coach - SportsCoach South Limited, Dunedin

 

SportsCoach South Limited has an agreement with the Dunedin City Council to provide Professional Swim Coaching Services at Moana Pool in Dunedin. In conjunction with the Waves Swimming Club we have revitalised competitive swimming in Dunedin.

We have experienced strong growth and are now looking for an enthusiastic person to join our coaching staff at Moana Pool in Dunedin. This position offers up to 26 hours of deck coaching per week plus additional compensation for session preparation and attendance at meets.

The SportsCoach program has put swimmers on 17 different New Zealand teams since July 2002 and with the formation of our new club, Waves Swimming, we are rapidly becoming one of the premier programs in New Zealand.

Through Otago Universities Human Performance group and the New Zealand Academy of Sport – South we are working with some of the best Sports Scientists in the country.

If you are a Skills Coach (Level one) or above and are passionate about becoming a very good coach, please email your CV to Andy Adair at apadair@xtra.co.nz.

 
National Head Coach - The Danish Swimming Federation, Denmark

 

The Danish Swimming Federation in cooperation with Team Danmark, the High Performance Sports Organisation in Denmark, is looking for a new National Head Coach for swimming.

For more information and to view the Official Advertisement click here.

 
Part time Learn to Swim Coordinator - Wharenui Swim Club, Christchurch
Hours 3.00-6.30pm  Monday thru to Friday
          9.00-1.00pm Saturday and Sunday

An experienced, mature Learn to Swim teacher/ coordinator to work with Parents, LTS teachers, and children while lessons are on giving help with overseeing gradings, and any problems that arise on a day to day basis.
 
Please ring Wharenui Swim Club for more details  03 348 6488 ext 0  Jackie
 
Junior Coach/Administrator – Parnell Swimming Club, Auckland
 
Parnell Swimming Club is seeking a full time Junior Swimming Coach/Administrator. We would like that person to work with the Head Coach developing and implementing training programs and developing young swimmers into top flight athletes. When not coaching then there are a number of administration functions that will need attention. This would ideally suite a person who has a passion for coaching and would like experience in sport administration. The role will require around 35 hours per week and this will include running some morning and afternoon sessions.
 
The position requires someone who is:
 
  • Committed and dedicated
  • Will work with the team to contribute to setting training programs
  • Continue to foster the encouraging culture that currently exists in the club
  • Be available for morning and afternoon sessions
  • Be available for swim meets
  • Attend to the administration needs of the club as well as ensuring that there is continuity between the admin functions and volunteers
 
You will need the following attributes and skills:
 
  • Have coaching experience
  • Have some administration experience although this is not essential
  • A great communicator
  • Be motivated and be motivational
  • Be a team player and work with others to implement training programs
  • Lead our swimmers to high levels of success
 
Applications including CV to:
 
Alex Miln
Parnell Swimming Club
P O Box 18369
Glen Innes
Auckland
New Zealand
 
Alex Miln 021 223 4263
Email: alexmiln@xtra.co.nz
or
alex@hallowedgrounds.co.nz
 
 
2 Swim Instructors - Health and Sports, Kingsland, Auckland
 
Swim instructors needed to teach students aged 7-14yrs.
The perfect applicant will be reliable, have swimming experience and enjoy working with children.
Previous experience working with children preferred, but not essential.
Assistant Swim Teacher Award would be an advantage.
Pay dependant on experience - $15 to $20 p/h
 
Contact:

Danielle Miller
Junior Membership Co-ordinator
Health and Sports
Mobile: 021 704 087
Email: daniellejmiller@hotmail.com
 
 
Pre-school Learn to Swim Teacher - TLC Health & Fitness Club, Hamilton
 
TLC Health & Fitness Club, Flagstaff, Hamilton, requires a part-time Swim Teacher. 

Appropriate qualifications necessary.  Experience in teaching 6mnths-4yrs preferred.  Hours Mon-Wed 9.00am-11.30am. Start 1st week Term 2 2008
 
Applications and enquiries to: clare@tlcforhealth.co.nz

Swim Instructors and Teachers - Kings Swim School, Auckland
 
Due to the growth of our swim school, we are looking for the following teachers:
 
  1. Qualified casual swim instructors
  2. Trainee Swim Teachers (Part time flexible hours)
  3. Qualified Pre School and School Age Swim Instructors (part time flexible hours)
 
We are an exciting, enthusiastic team who are dedicated, and commited to providing a high standard of teaching.

The benefits are working at one of Aucklands most prestigious Boys School with some of the most passionate instructors who are committed to obtaining results.

If you feel you have that passion, please email Vicki at v.hooper@kings.school.nz or phone Vicki on PH: 09 520 7788
 
Swim Teacher - The Bathing Co. Swim School, New Plymouth
 
 
The Bathing Co. Swim School is looking for a school age to squad level swimming teacher. If you have got experience in teaching these levels send your CV to
 
maswimco@xtra.co.nz
  
Swim Teachers - Fulton Swim School, Pukekohe
 
Quality Swim Teachers Needed for Quality Swim School. Located 5 minutes away from Pukekohe in a private swimming complex.
 
If this is you phone Daniel on 09 238 1841
or email fultonswimschool@gmail.com

 

 
Instructors/Teacher - Helen's School of Swimming, North Shore


We are looking for fun, vibrant and dedicated people to join the Helen’s School of swimming team, we are a well established swim school with 26 years of experience based on the North Shore.

Instructors will be required to work across a variety of areas mainly focusing on the Learn to Swim program. Part-time positions are available from Monday to Saturday. We have afternoon shifts available from 3:30pm.

We require an experienced teacher that has taught babies and toddler classes for one of our Saturday shifts.

If you’d like to learn more about this rewarding role and our team, please forward your application to:

Tina
swimschool@xtra.co.nz

 

 
 

 

Swimways Assistant Manager - Baywave TECT Aquatic & Leisure Centre, Mount Maunganui
 
As the Swimways Assistant Manager you will assist the Swimways Regional Manager in the daily operations and development of the Swimways Programs delivered at the Baywave TECT Aquatic & Leisure Centre, Mount Maunganui.

You will be responsible for administration, promotional activities and on demand the delivery of Swimways programs including Swimming lessons, Schools programs, Birthday Parties and Kids Klub to a high level therefore ensuring increased registration numbers and participation.

The successful applicant will be highly organised, motivated and committed to the successful delivery of Swimways programs, and will have previous administration and management or supervisory experience.  Full training in the delivery of Swimming lessons, Kids Klub and holiday program will be provided for a positive, well organised and motivated successful applicant.  A Job Description is available upon request.
 
Applications close: 5pm, Friday 7th December 2007.

Please address all enquiries and applications to:

Swimways Regional Manager
Baywave TECT Aquatic & Leisure Centre
PO Box 10250
Fax: (07) 575 0279
Email: baywave.services@leisureco.co.nz

Swimways Swimming Instructors - Greerton Aquatic & Leisure Centre, Mount Maunganui
 
We are looking for fun, happy and outgoing people to join the Swimways team, to deliver a variety of exciting programs and services at the Greerton Aquatic & Leisure Centre.

Swimways Instructors will be required to work across a variety of areas mainly focusing on the Learn to Swim program.

So if you would like to join the team at Swimways, please forward your application to:

Community Pools Manager
Greerton Aquatic and Leisure Centre
PO Box 10250
Bayfair 3116
or email: communitypools.manager@leisureco.co.nz

For more information view the official advertisement.
 
Assistant Photographer - Merbabes, Auckland
 

If you are looking for a change from teaching but still love being in the water with children learning to swim then this might be what you are looking for… a creative, financially rewarding opportunity!

We work with swim schools around Auckland, taking unique underwater photos of babies and children.

We need enthusiastic, reliable, fun-loving people who may or may not have any previous photography experience (training can be provided)

Other useful skills you might have include:

  • Basic knowledge of Photoshop software
  • Great sales technique!
  • Excellent administration and communication skills


Hours are flexible, covering weekdays and/or weekends.

Please email your CV or any questions to amy@merbabes.co.nz
Or phone 0272818398

View the official advertisement here.

Swim Teachers - Splash Central, Auckland

Splash Central is looking for enthusiastic, positive, fun loving people, who enjoy working with children of all ages. We want you to join our friendly supportive team in their effort to teach the life skill of swimming to children of all ages.
 
We acknowledge our staff by paying good rates and providing a comfortable informal environment. We know how hard it is to spend all those hours teaching with your skin soaking in all those nasty chemicals and byproducts, so we are proud that our pool is CHLORINE & BROMINE FREE.  If you are or were teaching, but have had problems with your skin - come and give us a try - here is your opportunity to come back!
 
Previous teaching or swimming experience would be a huge advantage, but is not absolutely necessary.  Competitive swimmers are most welcome. Complete training in our program will be provided initially and on an ongoing basis - Personal development is strongly supported, so our teachers are regularly encouraged to attend external training courses.
 
Hours are flexible, covering week days and/or week ends.
 
Please send your CV or any questions to jobs@splashcentral.co.nz or mail to:
Splash Central
23B Springs Road
East Tamaki
Auckland
 

Swim Teachers - Aquanaut Swim School, Auckland
 
Aquanaut Swim School are looking for school age beginner to pre-swimming club level teachers for their new facility in Papakura and at their existing facility in East Tamaki.  So if you have knowledge of Childhood development, a teaching background and want to transfer those skills to the Aquatic environment or are experienced swimming teachers looking for a change then send your CV through to

susiefieldhouse@aquanauts.co.nz
 
 
 
Swim School Operations Coordinator - Swimways Swim School, Tauranga 

 

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding management career in the leisure industry?

The Swimways Office Coordinator’s primary function is to ensure the smooth daily operations and development of the Swimways Learn to Swim Program at the Greerton Aquatic & Leisure Centre, in Tauranga.

The Swimways Office Coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate records for all students, implementing promotional activities, retaining and increasing student enrolments, creating classes and appropriate staffing, reports and budgets relating to the Swimways Learn to Swim programs.

The successful applicant will be highly organised, motivated and committed to the successful delivery of the Swimways Learn to Swim program.

This position offers up to 40 hours per week which will include in-the-water teaching and would suit a confident person with previous management experience and or, experience with Learn to Swim programs.  For the right candidate paid training will be provided to obtain ASTA Swim Teacher Qualifications.

Swimways Swim School is proudly owned by LeisureCo, owning and operating aquatic centres and health clubs on behalf of local councils, in Australia and New Zealand.

Applications close: 5pm, Friday 16th November 2007.

Please address all applications to:

Community Pools Manager
Greerton Aquatic & Leisure Centre
PO Box 10250, Bayfair 3116
Email: communitypools.manager@leisureco.co.nz
PH: 029 575 0868

Part-time Swimming Coach - Kapiti Swimming Club

The Kapiti Swimming Club Inc. is seeking an experienced coach.  Kapiti is a small club drawing on the Waikanae and Otaki communities, training at the Otaki pool all year round. Club membership varies around 50 swimmers with a competitive squad of eight. In the past season swimmers have competed at NAGS, DIV II and Junior Nationals.  The appointee will be expected to coach throughout the club, with help of volunteer assistants.

The club seeks an experienced coach who can:

  • Motivate the competitive squad to success at National level
  • Coach non-competitive swimmers to meet their goals
  • Oversee volunteer coaches
  • Promote membership of the club in the local community
We welcome expressions of interest from coaches with relevant experience, who want to make a difference in the lives of our swimmers.  Terms and conditions are negotiable with selected appointee.
 
The President
Kapiti Swimming Club Inc.
C/- 843 State Highway One
Te Horo
R D 1
Otaki
 
Water Safety and Swimming Tutor - The Swim Centre, North Shore

The swim school opened in 1978 and was one of the first on the North Shore, of course the facilities have been updated a number of times. The most recent enables parents to enjoy an espresso coffee while they watch lessons and siblings amuse themselves in the indoor entertainment area. The school is set in its own 4 acres of grounds which provides masses of safe on site parking, playground and even a mini farm.
 
Our loyal and ever increasing client following, many of which are second generation, are testament to the quality and thoroughness of our learning programme and the wonderful child friendly 'family' atmosphere that exists.
 
Tutors will be experienced and more importantly passionate about teaching children swimming and water safety, we are looking for special persons, to pay them accordingly.
 
If you would like to join our small team of professionals email your CV & photo to paul@swimcentre.co.nz
 
Please do not hesitate to email any questions.
 
The Swim Centre is a STA (UK), NZSCAT member and a Swimming New Zealand approved Quality Swim School.
 
Pool Manager - Ashburton Community Pool

An opportunity is available to lead a dedicated team living and working in a great town with an area population of approximately 28,000 and expected to increase some 10% by 2010.
 
The successful applicant needs to be customer focused, display management skills and positive leadership of a combined staff of approximately 20-25 people.  The Pool has a range of Learn-To-Swim Programmes in place and significant capability for new growth with increasing school roles and Lake Hood only 10 minutes from town. 
 
Management have recently installed ‘Splash Programme’ to assist in managing the range of programmes.  Overall Pool attendance numbers have increased significantly over the last 5 years from approximately 50,000 to 85,000 in the last year, and planning for anticipated increase to 100,000 over the next three years. 
 
Opportunity exists with a proposed new Aquatic Centre currently under discussion with the local Council.
Great career and development opportunities with the support of management to the right person.
 
The successful applicant should be familiar with health and safety requirements, water treatment procedures etc although full training will be given.
 
Application should be addressed to:
 
Manager Position
Ashburton Community Pool
C/- PO Box 564
ASHBURTON
  
Or email:
maurice@myco.co.nz
 
 
Part-time Junior Swimming Coach - Capital Swim Club, Wellington


Capital Swim Club (Wellington, New Zealand) is seeking a part time Junior Swimming Coach. We would like that person to work in the afternoons together with our coaching team, and to focus on technique and developing our young competitive swimmers (8 – 13 years). 

The position requires someone who is:

  • Committed and dedicated with excellent communication skills
  • An ex-swimmer or has some coaching experience
  • Able to motivate, encourage and guide a variety of different aged and ability children
  • A team player who can work with others to implement training programs
  • Be available for swim meets

Remuneration would be subject to experience and qualifications. 

If you believe you have the above qualities and would like to be part of our team, please email your CV to:

Gary Hurring

Email: hurringsnz@clear.net.nz


Head Coach Position - Papamoa Swimming Club, Tauranga


Papamoa Swimming Club is looking for a Head Coach. This person must be experienced and have the skills to assist our competitive swimmers reach their potential.

This position would also include writing weekly programmes for training sessions and assisting other club coaches when necessary. Attend swim meets with our competitive swimmers and also attend registration nights to help with the placing of swimmers.

Our season starts in October and ends in March. If you are interested and need further details please contact Sheryl Bicker ph.   (07)5420091