• Full Time Role 

• Rewarding role, supporting Defence 

• Stable hours 

Role location:  

• HMAS Cairns 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• 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

• 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 

What we are looking for: 

You may be suited to this role if you bring experience in fitness, 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) 

• Certificate 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) 

• 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 clearance 

Why join us?   

• 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 

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. 

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication during the recruitment process, please contact 1300 TALENT or careers@compass-group.com.au. 

Our people’s unique backgrounds, experience, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams, we create inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operations. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability.