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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
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
