Head Swim Coach & Program Lead
- Noosa Aquatic Centre – Noosa, QLD
- Permanent Full Time | $73,086 package (including 12% super & 17.5% leave loading)
Certified Agreement is currently underway, with a proposed 6.5% increase in 2025.
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Coaching Career?
Join Noosa Council’s Sport & Active Lifestyles Team at the iconic Noosa Aquatic Centre (NAC) and take the lead in shaping one of Australia’s most exciting aquatic programs. This is your chance to inspire the next generation of swimmers and guide athletes from grassroots participation through to state, national, and international competition.
Why You’ll Love This Role
As Head Swim Coach and Program Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of swimming development in Noosa, designing and delivering programs that span every level of the sport. You’ll:
- Lead and mentor a talented coaching team.
- Build a culture of excellence that supports health and wellbeing, nurtures talent, and drives results.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with SwimAus High Performance, leveraging sport science and sport medicine support to maximise program outcomes.
- Collaborate with facility management, staff, families, and key stakeholders to ensure every athlete feels supported and the NAC program thrives.
This is not just a coaching role, it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of swimming in Noosa and leave a legacy in one of the country’s most desirable regions. With Noosa’s world-famous beaches, active lifestyle, and strong sense of community, you’ll enjoy an enviable balance of professional challenge and personal fulfilment.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a coach who is:
- Proven – at least 5 years’ experience coaching at state/national level and an understanding of a multidisciplined swim coaching program.
- Qualified – SwimAUS Accredited Coaching Certificate (or international equivalent), Senior First Aid, and a current Blue Card.
- Skilled – strong technical knowledge of strokes, training methodologies, and competition strategies, plus physiological and psychological needs of athletes.
- Leader & Mentor – strong leadership with experience in developing athletes and assistant coaches, with the ability to foster a positive and supportive culture, from grassroots through to high-performance.
- Flexible & Committed – A values-based, team orientated approach with a willingness to work with a variety of stakeholders, with the adaptability to work varying hours, including weekends, and travel with teams and athletes for competitions.
Additional qualifications in Austswim, aquatic coaching, strength & conditioning, or sports science will be highly regarded.
Why Work With Us
At Noosa Council, people are our greatest asset. We celebrate diversity, well-being, and work-life balance. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:
- A supportive and progressive workplace guided by our SPARC values.
- Wellness programs, employee assistance and WHS support.
- Career progression, training, study assistance, and secondment opportunities.
- Lifestyle benefits including Fitness Passport access, paid parental leave, and mid-career breaks.
Apply Now
This is your chance to lead one of Queensland’s most exciting swim programs while enjoying the lifestyle that makes Noosa different by nature.
Apply via the Apply button with a cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your motivation and ability to meet the key requirements.
- Applications close 11:59pm (AEST), Sunday 21 September 2025.
- For further information, contact Tim Wilson, Noosa Aquatic Centre Coordinator on (07) 5329 6377.
