To deliver high-quality sailing instruction across Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) Sailing Academy programs, in line with Australian Sailing (AS) standards and the Club’s values. Programs include Tackers, OutThere Sailing, Dinghy, Keelboat and Powerboat courses, school programs, and Discover Sailing activities.

The role contributes to growing participation, developing sailors, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment for all participants.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Sailing and Boating Manager
Key Working Relationships:
Internal - Sailing Coordinator, Sailing Administrator, Head Coach.
External - Australian Sailing, parents/guardians, schools, and community groups.

Employment Conditions

Type: Casual employment.
Hours: Flexible, with a strong requirement for weekends, after-school, and school holiday availability.
Remuneration: Casual hourly rate in line with industry award, paid fortnightly.
Entitlements: Statutory superannuation contributions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, safe, and structured sessions according to Australian Sailing course manuals and RGYC program plans.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Sailing Operating Standards and Safety Guidelines, and all statutory child safety requirements.
• Promote progression within the RGYC Sailing Academy pathway and encourage ongoing club membership.
• Prepare and rig boats and equipment prior to each session; de-rig, clean, and store appropriately after use.
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and equipment issues.
• Support the ongoing care and maintenance of RGYC vessels and training equipment.

Daily Tasks

• Wear approved RGYC Instructor uniform when on duty.
• Deliver sessions following lesson plans and approved safety procedures.
• Implement emergency and risk management procedures where necessary.
• Actively supervise participants on and off the water, maintaining high safety standards.
• Report hazards, incidents, or near misses to the Sailing Coordinator / Manager.

Performance Indicators

• Participant retention and progression through RGYC pathways.
• Participant and parent/guardian satisfaction (surveys and feedback).
• Compliance with safety standards and incident-free delivery.
• Positive contribution to the reputation and culture of RGYC.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated dinghy and/or keelboat sailing and powerboating experience.
• Racing experience desirable.
• Strong communication and group management skills, with the ability to engage children and adults.
• Punctual, organised, and reliable with a positive, enthusiastic attitude.

Qualifications (Essential)

• Current Australian Sailing Instructor Qualification (Dinghy, Keelboat, or Powerboat)
  • Or: Assistant qualification with pathway to Instructor
• Australian Sailing Powerboat Handling Certificate
• Victorian Marine Licence
• First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011 or higher)
• Working with Children Check (Victoria)
• Current CPR Certificate (HLTAID009)

RGYC Club Values

Maritime Spirit: We respect and celebrate our traditions and yachting history, whilst looking to the future.
People: Our members and staff are at the heart of everything we do. We value contribution and build talent so that people thrive from their participation.
Growth: We continually seek ways to add value and improve.
Pride: We take pride in our actions, interactions, and decisions and act in a manner that allows us to be proud of our decisions.
Trust: We are transparent, honest and act with integrity, creating an environment where every individual feels safe to grow, share ideas, and collaborate.
Inclusive: We proactively welcome everyone that comes to our Club and seek and celebrate unique and diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experience.

Child Safety

Royal Geelong Yacht Club is committed to providing a safe environment for all children and young people when they are in the care of Royal Geelong Yacht Club (the club). Our Child Safe Policy is an overarching document that provides key elements of our approach to the wellbeing and protection of children and young people from abuse. It forms the foundation of the Club’s procedures, practices, decision making processes and Club culture with respect to child safety based on Victoria’s new Child Safe Standards updated on July 1, 2022. Child safety in sport means protecting children from abuse, providing safe, quality experiences and empowering children’s voices.

To apply

To apply for this position, please email a copy of your resume to Drew Malcolm.