Aquatic Activation Coordinator – Fixed Term

Bay Venues is kaitiaki of 24 facilities in Tauranga Moana, and proudly offer a range of activities and experiences intended to put a smile on the dial of our community.  

Here at Bay Venues, we are all about ensuring we create memorable moments - and we do so intentionally through connection and fun with each other and our community. Our values of Manaakitanga (Service), Whakawhanaungatanga (Relationships),  Kaitiakitanga (Caring) and  He Toi Tangata (Excellence) are lived on the daily as we strive to enhance the wellbeing of the people we serve. It’s no small feat, but we know that when we facilitate connections and collaborate with others, great things will happen! 

We are seeking enthusiastic Aquatic Activation Coordinator to undertake development and running of our Community focussed Aquatic Group Fitness classes. We have a fantastic opportunity for an organised, energetic and up beat individual to showcase their skills in providing our community the best possible aquatic experience.

As a part of our awesome aquatics team, you will be responsible for activating four of our aquatic facilities through coordinating the overall delivery of the Aquatic Group fitness Programme for a variety of ethnicities, abilities and age groups. You will assess, recruit, supervise and support a small team of Aqua Aerobics Instructors, plus deliver Aqua Aerobics classes as a relief cover when required. 

You will be given the opportunity to complete a range of transferable qualifications, from aquatic operation-based training through to business operation pathways... plus you'll get to work with a great bunch of people who want to make a difference in the community. 

To be successful in this position you must: 

• Hold a certificate in Aqua Aerobics or a Certificate in Fitness Level 3 or 4 
• Be experienced in Aqua Aerobics Instruction and the coordination of Group Activities 
• Demonstrate staff supervisory experience 
• Be an excellent communicator, with the ability to develop a rapport with all individuals 
• Be energetic, physically fit and friendly with a positive attitude 
• Previous experience in a similar role with a passion for Aquatic Fitness is desirable. 

We have put together a bunch of perks to support our culture of connection and fun.  Ones that reinforce that we are part of the awesome leisure and events industry, and all the magic that comes along with that. Our benefits include: 

• a gym membership to our ClubFit Gyms,  
• access to our five aquatic facilities across Tauranga moana and Western BOP
• subsidised speedway passes and generous discounts on our programmes, services and merchandise, 
• heavily subsidised coffee at our on-site cafes, 
• access to a range of development opportunities through our Learning & Development programme  

So why not join us? We have the right purpose to fuel meaningful careers, the right attitude to support work life balance, and the right leadership to foster an amazing culture.  No matter your age and stage you may be, we are an inclusive bunch all driven by our vision of creating The Best Venues for the Bay. Come on – take the punt; you won’t regret it!   

Applications close 9 October 2026