ESS delivers the best hospitality and support services to remote and Defence sites across Australia. From mess halls and accommodation to gyms, pools and recreation facilities, our teams keep Defence communities running smoothly every day.

 ESS, part of Compass Group, provides integrated hospitality, sport, recreation and support services to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). We are currently seeking dedicated, safety-minded and customer-focused team members to join our on-base operations across Sport & Recreation, Aquatic Facilities, and Catering/Cleaning Services. 

 Sport, Recreation & Aquatic Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the gym and pool, ensuring compliance with water quality, safety, and legislative standards
• Supervise facility users and maintain emergency response readiness, including lifeguard coverage
• Lead inspections, enforce site-specific safety instructions, and maintain compliance documentation
• Support Sport & Recreation compliance standards across all fitness and aquatic areas
• Conduct fitness centre inductions and provide customer support to facility users
• Ensure facilities and equipment are clean, well-maintained, and safe for use
• Respond to emergencies, including first aid and oxygen administration where required
• Report hazards, near misses, and incidents promptly
• Contribute to a proactive culture of safety, wellbeing, teamwork, and professionalism

Catering, Cleaning & Kitchen Responsibilities:

• Provide welcoming and efficient hospitality service in ADF mess halls and dining facilities
• Assist with basic food preparation, plating, and meal service
• Operate tills or support café service where required
• Wash, sanitise, and store crockery, cutlery, and kitchen equipment
• Operate commercial dishwashers and maintain clean kitchen environments
• Assist with stock rotation and storage
• Follow strict food safety, hygiene, and Defence security standards

 About you:

You may be suited to this role if you bring experience in fitness, aquatic services, hospitality, or facilities support, along with a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

• 3+ years’ experience in a fitness, aquatic, recreation, or supervisory role (for Sport & Recreation positions)
• Cert III or IV in Fitness (essential for gym-based roles)
• Current Lifeguard Award (for aquatic roles)
• Level 1 First Aid & CPR, with ability to administer oxygen
• Experience managing staff rosters, attendance, and performance (where applicable)
• At least 1 year experience in catering, kitchen hand or hospitality roles (for catering positions)
• Friendly, reliable, and professional with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in structured, high-compliance Defence environments
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence and reliable transport (some sites may require travel)
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
• Australian Citizenship is mandatory (Defence security clearance required)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance3

The Benefits

• Work with a national organisation supporting the Australian Defence Force
• Job security with a global leader in facilities management and hospitality services
• Supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented culture
• Ongoing training, career development, and progression opportunities
• Access to Compass Group health, wellbeing, and learning programs