Sport development officer
YMCA Victoria - Coburg Leisure Centre

This is a fantastic way for students to gain experience with highly experienced staff committed to quality customer service in the sports and recreation industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable student who is passionate about community, health, and fitness.

Skills You Might Learn

What skills you might learn during this placement:
- Workplace communication
- Teamwork
- Key sports and recreation industry knowledge
- Problem-solving
- Planning and organising
- Self Management
- Interpersonal skills
- Facility operations
Students may also attain vital industry-specific skills which will relate to their studies such as:
- Hands-on practical experience
- Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals
- Working in real-life scenarios and environments
- Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation and business
- Liaising and working with colleagues, supervisors, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

The tasks and duties available in this workplace will be:
- Customer service
- Facility management (setup for events, sport equipment)
- Technical Pool Operations
- Assist with teaching Swimming Lessons
- Assist gym staff with programs and inductions
- Administration

Student Requirements

- National Criminal History Record Check
- Working with Children Check
- 2 x References
- Feel Safe, Be Safe Online training Certificate (to be completed on first day of placement)
- Positive, friendly attitude and a strong passion for the sports and recreation industry

Dress Requirements

You will be required to wear sneakers or comfortable closed-toe shoes, and neat casual clothing. Presentation is to be neat and tidy at all times

Special Transport Requirements

Easy access to Public Transport

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• SIS30115 - Certificate III in Sport and Recreation