Luke George
Melbourne South East,,Victoria
Summary
Experienced in leisure facility operations, lifeguarding, and coordinating school-based sports programs. Currently studying a Bachelor of Education (Secondary) / Bachelor of Exercise Science with the goal of becoming a teacher. Confident in managing safety procedures, coordinating staff and students, and maintaining child safety standards in school and aquatic settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Sports Coordinator
Nazareth College
Noble Park North, Victoria
05.2023 - Current
- Planned and coordinated weekly sports programs, including venue and transport logistics, fixturing, and staffing.
- Assisted in organising major sporting events such as House Carnivals (Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country).
- Promoted student participation in sport through clear communication and positive engagement.
- Ensured child safety and wellbeing standards were upheld at all times during training and competitions.
- Supported coaches and teachers with supervision, risk assessment, and equipment setup/pack-down.
- Managed team registrations, uniform distribution, and record keeping (attendance, results, and equipment inventory).
- Fostered respectful and inclusive relationships among students, staff, parents, and external coaches.
Lifeguard
YMCA/South East Leisure
Noble Park , Victoria
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored swimmers and maintained a safe aquatic environment through proactive supervision.
- Responded promptly to emergencies and administered first aid in accordance with safety protocols.
- Enforced pool regulations and promoted safe, respectful behaviour among patrons.
- Followed emergency action plans and ensured compliance with organisational safety standards
Duty Manager
YMCA/South East Leisure
Noble Park, Victoria
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily operations of the leisure centre to ensure a safe and positive environment for patrons and staff.
- Responded to emergencies, delegated roles to team members, and implemented emergency action plans effectively.
- Provided first aid and coordinated incident reporting and follow-up with management as required.
- Supported lifeguard, health club and customer service teams through clear communication.
- Conducted regular water quality testing and plant room inspections to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Ensured cleanliness, professionalism, and adherence to child safety and risk management procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Secondary)/Bachelor of Exercise Science -
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC01-2025
Completed Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Units 3 & 4 -
Nazareth College
Noble Park North, VIC12.2020
Certification
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• Pool Lifeguard Certificate
• Protecting Children and Other Legal Obligations
• Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting
• Disability Standards for Education
• Asthma Management Training
• Anaphylaxis Management Training
• Emergency Warden Training.
• Pool Lifeguard Certificate
• Protecting Children and Other Legal Obligations
• Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting
• Disability Standards for Education
• Asthma Management Training
• Anaphylaxis Management Training
• Emergency Warden Training.
References
Jessica O’Connell
Sustainability and Operations Coordinator — South East Leisure
Email: joconnell@southeastleisure.com.au
Phone: 0475 175 222
Supervisor for Lifeguard and Duty Manager roles at South East Leisure
Tenille Kirk
Sports Coordinator — Nazareth College
Email: Tenille.Kirk@nazareth.vic.edu.au
Phone: 0424 025 445
Head of sport at Nazareth College
Timeline
Assistant Sports Coordinator
Nazareth College
05.2023 - Current
Duty Manager
YMCA/South East Leisure
02.2022 - 08.2024
Lifeguard
YMCA/South East Leisure
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Education (Secondary)/Bachelor of Exercise Science -
Australian Catholic University
Completed Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Units 3 & 4 -
Nazareth College