Not Your Average Personal Trainer Role

Boutique Gym · St Kilda

Not all boutique gyms are the same, and neither are coaches.

Some places run workouts.
 We coach people.

If you’re chasing filler shifts between other gigs, this role won’t suit you.
 But if you’re looking to build a career in coaching, keep reading.

Tighten Up has been part of the St Kilda community for 18 years.


We’re a premium boutique gym built on systems, standards, and genuine coaching.

We’re looking for a coach who wants to grow with an established business.


This role suits someone who wants to build financial stability, professional credibility, and long term momentum through their work.

This is an employed role (not contractor-based).
 Remuneration is aligned with experience and discussed during the interview process.

Who This Role is For

You are:

• Cert IV in Fitness (minimum)

• Current First Aid & CPR certification

• An Australian permanent resident or citizen

• 4+ years’ experience coaching in both small group and 1:1 personal training

• Able to demonstrate a solid understanding of movement quality, strength training, and progression

• Confident leading sessions in a calm, professional manner

• Reliable, organised, and accountable

• Open to feedback and invested in continually improving your craft

• Comfortable working within systems and clear policies

• A coach who takes ownership of their role and understands that opportunity grows with contribution

This is not a side hustle or a stepping stone.
It’s a professional, long-term role.

Availability and Expectations

Role Requirements:

• Be available for peak and off-peak hours in line with member demand

• Support members across small group and 1:1 training within a structured, appointment-based model

• Work within rosters scheduled based on availability, performance, and business needs

• Take initiative to support session delivery, member engagement, and service demand

• Consistently demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and high-quality coaching

What You’ll Get

• Casual employment with conversion to Permanent Part-Time following a successful 3-month period

• Opportunity to increase responsibility and hours as capability and contribution grow

• A long-established business with clear leadership and direction

• Clear onboarding, mentoring, and expectations aligned with our coaching standards

• The opportunity to work with a consistent, appointment-based member base

How to Apply:

We’re hiring now.

Please send your CV to Julie, along with brief responses to the questions below, to help us understand if this role is the right fit:

• Do you currently hold Australian permanent residency or citizenship? (Yes / No)

• Tell us a bit about your experience running small group sessions that follow a set structure.
(For example, keeping sessions on time, following a planned flow, managing the room.)

• How do you usually approach programming when working within a set framework?
(For example squat + pull, hinge + press, or full body.)

• If relevant, you can include how you handle progression or modifications for injuries or rehab.

• What does your availability currently look like across mornings and evenings?
(Please include any fixed limitations.)