Yarra Plenty Waves is looking for a Swim Coach to join our coaching team in Greensborough.

We’re a competitive swimming club with a 40-year history of helping swimmers develop from their early swimming years through to national-level racing.

With Yarra Swim School and our club squads operating together, our coaches are part of a genuine long-term pathway for swimmers.

Our coaching philosophy is simple:

Develop the person. Develop the athlete. Performance will follow.

The role

Working with our Head Coach and Lead Development Coach, you’ll help deliver squad sessions and support swimmers to develop their technique, fitness, confidence and race skills.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

deliver training sessions
provide clear and useful feedback
support swimmers at selected swim meets
work with swimmers across different ages and abilities
work across our squad pathway
work alongside our coaching and Swim School teams
contribute to the long-term development of our swimmers and program
develop your coaching skills and take on greater responsibility over time

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, positive, supportive and willing to learn. Coaching experience and qualifications are important, but so are attitude, communication and the ability to work well as part of a team.

When we train

Morning sessions: Monday to Saturday, from approximately 5:45am, later start Sunday
Afternoon and evening sessions: Monday to Friday, between 4:00pm and 8:30pm depending on the program
Weekend sessions: selected Saturday and Sunday sessions and swim meets
Days and shifts: flexible based on your availability and program needs

Why YPW?

In the 2025/26 season, YPW swimmers achieved 120 club records, with 16 swimmers qualifying for the Australian Age Championships, including two bronze medals. The club also finished fourth overall at the Victorian Metro Championships.

You’ll work from our home base at Herb Norman Pool as well as WaterMarc. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn from experienced coaches, develop your skills and grow within our coaching structure.

We provide:

$35–$40 per hour, including applicable penalty rates, depending on qualifications and experience
casual and flexible work options
club polo shirt
free on-site parking
staff room and kitchen at our home pool
mentoring and opportunities to take on greater responsibility

Yarra Plenty Swimming Club

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