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 support the delivery of high-quality fitness and weight room services to our community. Positions are available at Cedar Hill, Gordon Head, G.R. Pearkes, and Saanich Commonwealth Place Recreation Centre’s.
Certifications must be industry-recognized and issued by a governing body such as CSEP, BCAK, BCRPA, or CanFitPro.
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 one month of experience in a related activity; certification relevant to the supervised activity; Emergency First Aid and CPR-C; and a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector check no older than 6 months.
Successful candidates will be required to work varying shifts including daytime, evenings, and weekends (hours/shifts are subject to change). Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
These are C.U.P.E. Local 2011 positions with the following wages: Instructor III – Fitness at $31.46 per hour (2026 rate) and Program Attendant II – Weight Room at $25.73 per hour (2026 rate), plus 15% in lieu of benefits.
Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on Sunday, May 27, 2026, quoting competition 26129. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca/careers.
The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high‑performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact accessibilityHR@saanich.ca in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.
