The Physical Conditioning Instructor is responsible for planning, developing and conducting structured physical conditioning programmes to improve the physical capabilities, strength, endurance, mobility and overall physical preparedness of company personnel. The role involves delivering individual and group training sessions, assessing participants' physical capabilities, developing appropriate exercise programmes and monitoring training progress. The instructor will also provide guidance on safe exercise techniques and physical conditioning practices to support personnel in managing the physical demands associated with their work responsibilities. The position requires practical experience in exercise instruction, strength and conditioning, functional training and physical performance development, together with the ability to implement structured training programmes and maintain appropriate training records.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop and conduct structured physical conditioning programmes to improve personnel's muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, stamina, flexibility, mobility and general physical capabilities.
- Design and implement individual and group training programmes based on participants' physical capabilities, training objectives and operational requirements.
- Conduct basic physical assessments to evaluate participants' strength, endurance, mobility and conditioning levels, and monitor their progress throughout the training programme.
- Deliver strength and conditioning, functional movement, resistance training, cardiovascular conditioning and endurance training sessions to improve physical performance.
- Demonstrate and explain appropriate exercise techniques, equipment usage, warm-up routines, cool-down exercises and safe training practices.
- Develop progressive conditioning programmes to support personnel whose duties involve prolonged standing, walking, patrolling and other physically demanding activities, where applicable.
- Adapt exercise routines and training intensity according to individual capabilities, observed performance and stated physical limitations, while referring medical concerns to qualified healthcare professionals where appropriate.
- Monitor participants' training progress and provide practical guidance to help them achieve their prescribed physical conditioning objectives.
- Organise and conduct group physical training sessions and conditioning activities to encourage participation, consistency and adherence to training programmes.
- Maintain records of training schedules, attendance, assessment results and participant progress, and prepare periodic reports on programme delivery and outcomes.
- Monitor the safe use of training equipment and ensure that conditioning sessions are conducted in an orderly environment in accordance with applicable safety procedures.
- Coordinate with the Operations and Human Resources departments to identify training needs, schedule conditioning sessions and implement suitable training programmes.
- Review the effectiveness of existing programmes and recommend improvements to training methods, exercise routines and programme delivery.
- Maintain appropriate professional conduct and ensure the confidentiality of personnel information and training records.
Job Requirements
- Possess a recognised qualification or certification in Personal Training, Exercise Instruction, Strength and Conditioning, Sports Science or a related discipline.
- Have at least three years of relevant experience in personal training, physical conditioning, strength and conditioning or related exercise instruction.
- Possess practical knowledge of exercise programming, resistance training, cardiovascular conditioning, functional movement and physical performance development.
- Possess practical experience in developing and conducting structured physical conditioning programmes tailored to different physical capabilities, training needs and performance objectives.
- Demonstrate the ability to provide clear guidance on exercise techniques, training methods and safe equipment usage to support effective physical conditioning and reduce the risk of exercise-related injuries.
- Be proficient in strength and conditioning programme development, functional movement, resistance training, cardiovascular endurance and stamina development.
- Have knowledge of body composition and weight management programmes, mobility training and appropriate exercise modifications to accommodate different physical capabilities.
- Be capable of conducting basic physical assessments, monitoring training progress and adjusting exercise programmes according to participants' needs and performance objectives.
- Have the ability to conduct individual and group exercise sessions and provide appropriate instruction to participants with varying levels of physical conditioning.
- Possess good organisational and administrative skills, including the ability to manage training schedules, maintain accurate attendance and assessment records, and prepare training progress reports.
- Demonstrate good communication, interpersonal and motivational skills, with the ability to guide participants and encourage consistent participation in training programmes.
- Be responsible, disciplined and safety-conscious, with the ability to work independently and coordinate with personnel from different departments.
- Possess valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification, or be willing to obtain the relevant certification in accordance with company requirements.
- Be capable of demonstrating practical exercise movements and conducting physical conditioning sessions safely.
- Be willing to work flexible hours where required to accommodate operational schedules and training arrangements.
- Develop and implement structured physical conditioning programmes that address personnel's training needs and physical performance objectives.
- Support improvements in participants' strength, endurance, mobility and overall physical conditioning through consistent training and progress monitoring.
- Ensure the effective delivery and monitoring of scheduled individual and group physical conditioning sessions.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date training schedules, attendance records, physical assessment information and programme progress reports.
- Contribute to personnel development, operational preparedness and workplace well-being through the delivery of appropriate physical conditioning programmes.
- Review training effectiveness and recommend improvements to exercise programmes and training methods based on participants' progress and feedback.