Swimming Coach for University Squad Program

About the role

Campus Life is seeking casual swimming coaches to join the Macquarie University Sports and Aquatics Centre (MUSAC) team. Reporting to the Head Coach, you will deliver face‑to‑face training for both competitive and recreational swimmers within the MQU Squad program.

Key responsibilities

• Coach and develop swimmers from junior development through senior competition phases.
• Design and implement seasonal training plans, providing technical stroke correction and competition‑based performance advice.
• Deliver training sessions for swimmers of all abilities, adapting stroke models as needed.
• Attend and coach at MQU club races, internal and external competitions.
• Plan and coordinate internal club racing opportunities in consultation with the Head Coach.
• Support student retention activities and maintain accurate athlete progression records.
• Handle administration duties, including parent enquiries and feedback.

Required profile

• Customer‑centric mindset with proven experience teaching and coaching in the aquatics industry.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Hold an Australian Swim Coach Licence from Swimming Australia (minimum).
• Experience coaching in a competitive/development squad environment.
• Availability to work on a rotating roster seven days a week during competition season.
• Possess a valid NSW Working with Children Check, current First Aid and CPR certificates.

Required skills

• Australian Swim Coach Licence (Swimming Australia).
• First Aid certification.
• CPR certification.

What we offer

• Complementary access to the Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym.
• Access to the U@MQ VIP loyalty program and staff wellbeing services.
• Discounted corporate health insurance and employee flu‑shot program.