Take the lead in delivering high‑impact training that strengthens clubs, supports members, and saves lives!
Are you passionate about developing people, strengthening communities, and helping save lives?
Surf Life Saving Queensland is seeking an energetic and skilled Education & Training Supervisor to champion the delivery of high-quality Life Saving training across the Gold Coast Region.
This is your opportunity to make a real impact—supporting volunteers, elevating training standards, and helping build safer beaches for everyone.
Why SLSQ?
* Contribute to an organisation that saves lives!
* Increase your take home pay with Salary Packaging
* Paid parental leave available
* Membership to Fitness Passport
* Employee assistance program EAP for health and wellbeing
* Brand new office based in Mermaid Beach
* Onsite parking
What You'll Do:
* Coordinate the region’s annual training plan and ensure quality, consistent delivery across clubs.
* Support, mentor, and supervise TAFs, including onboarding and professional development.
* Deliver and assess Life Saving courses as needed.
* Review RPL applications and maintain your own trainer/assessor currency.
* Build strong relationships with clubs and branches, providing guidance, updates, and responsive support.
* Contribute to reports, attend meetings, and assist with training administration.
* Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
* Seek continuous professional development and contribute ideas to improve training processes and member experience.
About You:
Essential
* Working with Children Blue Card (or the ability to obtain)
* Experience using aXcelerate LMS
* Strong knowledge of SLS Education programs
* Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE40110/40116/40122 or willingness to obtain)
* Availability to work evenings and weekends as required
* Excellent communication, presentation & interpersonal skills
* Exceptional organisational and time management ability
* High-level computer skills
* Current Driver’s Licence
Desirable
* SLSQ Bronze Medallion / Certificate II in Public Safety
* Trainer/Assessor experience in SLS
* Operational awards such as IRB Crew/Driver
* Experience writing evaluation reports
Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) is a vibrant organisation dedicated to saving lives and promoting beach safety across Queensland. Established in 1930, SLSQ supports over 36,000 members across 57 surf lifesaving clubs. With more than 600 employees, SLSQ delivers lifesaving services, community education, surf sports, and training programs that engage over 462,000 people.
Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) is committed to creating a fair, inclusive, and representative organisation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with disability. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please submit this form -
Join us in making a meaningful difference across the Gold Coast’s iconic beaches .