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 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.
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.
Key Responsibilities
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 may involve a combination of before and after school coaching sessions, with some weekend swim meet attendance required.
Requirements
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.
About The Company
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.
