Job Description

Competitive Pathways Coordinator - Carlile Swim Queensland

📍 Brisbane, QLD

🕒 Full Time

💻 Join Australia’s most respected swim school network

Help shape the future of competitive swimmer development at Carlile Swim.

Carlile Swim is launching an exciting new Competitive Pathway Program in Queensland, designed to support talented young swimmers as they transition from Learn to Swim into competitive swimming.

We are now seeking a passionate and experienced Competitive Pathways Coordinator to help establish and lead this program across our Brisbane swim schools.

This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on coaching, swimmer development, pathway leadership and relationship building within one of Australia’s most respected aquatic organisations.

About Us:

“To Swim Well is an Asset for Life,” Forbes Carlile

At Carlile Swim, we believe every child should learn to swim well. As Australia’s leading swim school, we deliver millions of lessons each year across a growing national network, helping children become safer, more confident swimmers for life.

Founded by Forbes and Ursula Carlile, who pioneered the learn-to-swim industry in Australia, Carlile Swim has been shaping swimming for 80 years. We established Australia’s first commercial swim school, pioneered baby swimming and set the standard for teaching methods, innovation and an uncompromising commitment to child safety that continues today.

The Carlile Swim Team is currently the #1 age group team in Australia, and we want to continue helping young children transition from our swim schools to competitive swimming.

Carlile has produced multiple world record holders and more than 50 Australian representatives. Our first Olympic champion was crowned in 1952, with our latest success coming from Paris 2024. Forbes and Ursula are both in the International Swimming Hall of Fame. This role will help build on that legacy.

About the Role:

As the Competitive Pathways Coordinator, you will:

• Work within a system already producing technically efficient young swimmers
• Establish and coach our new Otters and Competitive Transition Squad (CTS) programs
• Support swimmer progression from Learn to Swim into competitive swimming pathways
• Coach and mentor young swimmers across multiple Brisbane locations
• Mentor CTS and Otters coaches
• Work closely with families, swim school leadership teams and pathway partners
• Attend swim meets and support swimmers within competition environments
• Assist in developing and growing Carlile Swim Queensland’s competitive pathway offering

This role primarily involves afternoon and after school coaching sessions, with some weekend swim meet attendance required.

About the Programs:

Otters Squad

A development squad designed for younger swimmers showing strong potential and interest in extending their swimming journey.

Competitive Transition Squad (CTS)

A transition squad supporting swimmers interested in progressing toward competitive swimming environments and club pathways.

These programs are designed to complement and support existing competitive swimming pathways, including partnership opportunities with Chandler Swimming Club.

About You:

You are a passionate swim coach who enjoys developing young swimmers and creating positive team environments.

You will ideally bring:

• Previous squad coaching experience
• Strong understanding of swimmer development pathways
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Confidence working with children and families
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Current CPR and Working with Children Check (Blue Card), or willingness to obtain

Experience within competitive swimming or club environments will be highly regarded.

Why Join Carlile Swim?

• Opportunity to help launch a brand new pathway program in Queensland
• Work within a nationally recognised aquatic organisation
• Supportive leadership and team culture
• Genuine opportunity to shape and grow the program
• Career development opportunities within a growing national organisation

Locations

This role will work across:

• Chandler, Gumdale and Wavell Heights
• Some travel between locations will be required.

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about swimmer development and excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of competitive pathways at Carlile Swim Queensland, we’d love to hear from you.

Carlile Swim is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All appointments are subject to appropriate screening and safeguarding requirements.