THE ROLE

Where fitness matters!

Supporting and working alongside the members of the Canadian Armed Forces and actively preparing them to defend and serve our country could be your path to an extremely fulfilling career.

As part of a dynamic and dedicated team, as a Fitness and Sports Instructor, you will have the opportunity to lead Fitness, Sports and Aquatics programs for a very highly motivated and professional clientele. Daily, you will develop, deliver and assess Tactical programs based on established employment standards to ensure the members of the Canadian Armed Forces can safely and effectively perform their duties in operations.

Much like the military we so proudly support, we push the envelope of what’s possible. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver programs and services that are grounded in cutting edge scientific research and supported by state-of-the-art technology.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College diploma or certificate in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences, or a related field

Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification

Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Certificate, as required

Experience In preparing and conducting physical fitness training sessions In instructing health and physical fitness training modules In applying policies, procedures, and regulations In evaluating physical fitness In aquatics such as lifeguarding or swim instruction In officiating at least three sports such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, racquet sports, and hockey In coaching sports

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset

Reading: None

Writing: None

Oral: Functional

ADVANTAGES AVAILABLE

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account,



virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Tuition Reimbursement Program, online learning opportunitiesincluding a LinkedIn Learning subscriptionand second language training.

Perks: Discounts throughCF One Member Appreciation.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

OTHER INFORMATION

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg).

Successful completion of the Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness & Sports Level 1 & 2 Courses by the end of probation.

As part of the selection process, candidates will undergo a physical fitness test (FORCE Evaluation) and must achieve a minimum level of Bronze.

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

As part of the selection process, the successful candidate must successfully complete a Reliability status security screening and a Vulnerable Sector Check.

START DATE

September 14, 2026.

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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