Job Description

Burnham Military Camp | Canterbury

Join APM Workcare and help injured military personnel return to peak performance.

APM Workcare is seeking a motivated and experienced Exercise Rehabilitation Instructor to join our team at Burnham Military Camp, located just south of Rolleston and only 30 minutes from central Christchurch.

This is a unique opportunity to work within a high-performance military environment, supporting the rehabilitation and recovery of New Zealand Defence Force personnel. This is a Contracting role, offering part time hours between 15 – 20 hours per week.

About the Role

Working alongside an experienced Physical Training Instructor and a multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will deliver evidence-based rehabilitation programs for injured soldiers.

The role focuses primarily on musculoskeletal rehabilitation, while also providing exposure to broader rehabilitation areas including cardiovascular, cancer, and neurological rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging group-based rehabilitation sessions
• Design and implement individualised exercise programs
• Actively participate in and demonstrate exercises, including running-based activities
• Monitor progress and adapt programs to optimise recovery outcomes
• Collaborate closely with physiotherapists and the wider clinical team

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Degree in Sport & Exercise Science (or equivalent qualification)
• Proven experience in exercise rehabilitation
• Current First Aid certification
• Strong ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Confidence in a physically demanding, performance-focused environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Why Join APM Workcare?

• Work in a unique military rehabilitation setting
• Be part of a close-knit and supportive team
• Make a meaningful difference in the recovery of injured service personnel
• Gain exposure to a diverse range of rehabilitation disciplines
• Receive a competitive remuneration package

Apply Now

If you're passionate about exercise rehabilitation and want to work in a rewarding, high-performance environment, we'd love to hear from you. Application close 17 August 2026.

If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Dan.webb@apmworkcare.co.nz