You will work within a team where service excellence, learning, knowledge sharing, and feedback and accountability are highly valued, and where communication, trust, respect, and positivity form the foundation for everything we do.
The Recreation Division is seeking certified Instructor III – Fitness and Program Attendant II – Weight Room staff to work at Cedar Hill, Gordon Head, G.R. Pearkes, and Saanich Commonwealth Place Recreation Centres to support the delivery of high-quality fitness and weight room services to our community.
Instructor III – Fitness staff are responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and safe fitness programs to community members of all ages and abilities. Working under the general direction of a Recreation Programmer or Program Technician, they provide leadership and instruction for various fitness classes, prepare equipment and course outlines, and maintain a clean and safe work environment while delivering exceptional customer service.
Program Attendant II – Weight Room staff are responsible for overseeing the safe and effective use of the weight room facilities. They assist patrons by providing guidance on equipment usage, ensure cleanliness and safety standards are upheld, and create a welcoming environment for all users.
Instructor III – Fitness Requirements include completion of Grade 10; at least three months of experience in the area of instruction; relevant certification and training in accordance with industry standards (e.g. BCRPA Weight Training Module); Emergency First Aid and CPR-C; and a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector check no older than 6 months.
Program Attendant II – Weight Room Requirements include completion of Grade 10; at least three months of experience in the area of instruction; relevant certification and training in accordance with industry standards (e.g. BCRPA Weight Training Module); Emergency First Aid and CPR-C; and a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector check no older than 6 months.
These are C.U.P.E. Local 2011 positions with the following wages: Instructor III – Fitness at $29.51 per hour and Program Attendant II – Weight Room at $24.14 per hour, plus 15% in lieu of benefits.
Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on Wednesday, August 7, 2025, quoting competition 25192. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca/careers.
Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca.
