Employment Opportunities

Competitive WAG Gymnastics Coach

Are you a passionate gymnastics coach ready to take the next big step in your career? Imagine living in sunny Tauranga – just minutes from world-class beaches – while working at one of the Bay of Plenty’s most dynamic and respected gymnastics clubs. At ARGOS Gymnastics, we’re not just a club; we’re a thriving community of over 750 members, known for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and creating a positive environment where athletes and coaches can grow.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced and motivated WAG (Women’s Artistic Gymnastics) Coach to join our team and lead within our 80-strong competitive program. This is your chance to bring your energy, creativity, and coaching vision to a forward-thinking club that values your ideas and supports your professional growth.

What You’ll Bring:

• A genuine passion for gymnastics and coaching.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a positive, proactive, and team-focused approach.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in competitive WAG coaching (NZ or international experience welcomed!) and the ability to spot on all apparatus.
• Administrative and program management skills would be an advantage.

What We Offer:

• You can choose between a Full-time, permanent role (Monday–Saturday, 38 hours per week, including 25 coaching hours + planning and programming time) or a permanent part-time role (Monday – Saturday, 25 hours per week)
• Competitive pay: $28–$31 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Career growth opportunities: Ongoing professional development in both gymnastics and non-gymnastics fields, preparing you for leadership and team management
• Fantastic facilities: A large, modern club with over 700 members, excellent equipment, and a supportive, positive coaching culture
• Lifestyle flexibility: Enjoy flexible non-coaching hours, giving you time to experience everything Tauranga has to offer
• A welcoming and close-knit team who are passionate about gymnastics and supporting each other

This is a rare opportunity to step into a rewarding full-time coaching role in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations.

How to Apply:
Send your CV and cover letter to Stephanie Kerr at manager@argosgymport.co.nz or call 07 577 0603 for more information.

FULL TIME GYMNASTICS PROGRAM MANAGER

ARGOS Gymnastics Club’s vision is to develop programs and grow participation in competitive and recreational gymnastics codes that meet community needs, giving every participant the opportunity to be the best that they can, and provide programs for those with ambition to achieve regional, national and international honours. We are a club of 800 members per term across WAG & MAG Artistic (GFA and Competitive), Trampoline, Tumbling and also offer Parkour, Preschool and schools-based programs.

POSITION OBJECTIVES

• Reporting to the Centre Manager (CM), the Gymnastics Programme Manager (GPM) will lead the successful delivery of the ARGOS gymnastics program.
• The GPM is responsible for the planning and organisation of all aspects of the Gymnastics Program including setting the strategy and annual plan, organising and controlling program activities, innovating the program and providing regular reporting and communications on program achievements.
• The role leads the Gymnastics Coaching staff as a role model for the ARGOS values, recruiting, retaining, developing and motivating a high-performing coaching staff while also identifying and supporting the future talent development for coaching and judging.
• The role is accountable for establishing and delivering the program budget and targeted financial and operational metrics, in collaboration with the Centre Manager and Committee, providing regular performance reporting.
• The GPM is a member of the ARGOS Senior Management Team accountable for driving the overall success of ARGOS with strong leadership skills and a passion for excellence in a high performing team environment.
• Note: Role expected to include 15-20 coaching hours/week to establish as a full-time role.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to plan strategically for the future and for day to day activities of the Gymnastics Program.
• Staff leadership and management experience and skills, including staff development.
• Relationship management skills with a strong customer service focus.
• Ability to competently use information and communication technology systems and resources.
• Relevant coaching experience and qualifications with a preference for high level coaching experience in WAG.

WE OFFER:

• Regular professional development in both Gymnastics and Management skills
• Staff wellbeing initiatives
• Remuneration for position will be extremely competitive and dependent on experience/qualifications.

Interested applicants should forward a CV and cover letter to Stephanie Kerr, manager@argosgymsport.co.nz or phone 07 577 0603 for more information.