Nicole Furst
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a diverse background in sports coaching, fitness instruction, customer service, and leadership. Experienced in working with children, athletes, and the general public to foster skill development, confidence, and wellbeing. Proven ability to lead, motivate, and inspire through roles as a Learn to Swim Instructor, Early Education Sports Coach, and elite Artistic Swimming athlete representing Australia internationally. Recognised for strong communication skills, reliability, and a commitment to excellence, supported by achievements such as Warrant Officer rank in Navy Cadets and Cadet of the Year award. Fluent in English and Hungarian, with qualifications in fitness, first aid, and marine operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learn to Swim Instructor
Rackley Swimming
Hope Island, QLD
01.2025 - Current
- Instructed students in swimming techniques and water safety principles.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and skill levels.
- Assisted with organizing swim events and activities for community engagement.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and progress updates.
Early Education Sport Head Coach
Little Sport Heroes
Biggera Waters, QLD
01.2025 - Current
- Trained junior coaches in effective coaching techniques and strategies.
- Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
- Designed engaging sports programs for children aged one to four.
Coach
Artistic Swimming Australia & Neptunes Artistic Swimming Club
Brisbane, QLD
01.2021 - Current
- Developed individualized training plans for athletes to enhance performance.
- Analyzed athlete performance data to identify areas for improvement.
- Organized and coordinated competitions, ensuring smooth operations on event day.
- Implemented team practice, meeting and game schedules and communicated important information to players, staff and families.
Retail Assistance
Kmart
Southport, QLD
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems and cash registers.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient stock replenishment and inventory management.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional, and polite support for sales and service needs.
Senior Shift manager
Subway
Hope Island, QLD
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained new staff on food preparation procedures and customer service techniques.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain high service quality.
Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Gold Coast Performance Center
Runaway Bay, QLD
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Instructed safe exercise techniques to promote participant health.
- Motivated participants through positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Implemented program modifications based on individual participant needs.
- Performed basic maintenance on fitness equipment such as checking fluid levels and tightening screws, nuts, bolts when needed.
Education
Bachelor's of Business -
Griffith University
09-2026
Certificate IV - Fitness
Onfit Training College
12-2025
Certificate Lll in Fitness - Fitness
Onfit Training College
12-2023
English Bridging Course -
Griffith University
08-2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Staff training
- Child supervision
- Certification in CPR and first aid
- Strong leadership
- Progress evaluation
Accomplishments
Reached the highest rank of Warrant Officer in Navy Cadets.
Received Cadet of the Year award in 2023
Part of the Australian Artistic Swimming National Team in 2022, 2023, 2024.
Competed at the Junior National World Championships in 2022
Full-time Scholarship Recipient in 2018, 2019, 2020
Employee of the Year Award in 2022
Certification
- CPR and First aid
- Blue Card
- Marine Drivers licence
Languages
English
First Language
Hungarian
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
Krisztina Szedlak
National Pathway Coach, Artistic Swimming Australia
Phone: 0403 464 742
Email: neptunesartisticswimming@gmail.com
Sarah Schmith
Manager, Rackley Swimming Hope Island
Phone: +61 7 5636 6204
Email: hopeisland@rackleyswimming.com.au
Timeline
Learn to Swim Instructor
Rackley Swimming
01.2025 - Current
Early Education Sport Head Coach
Little Sport Heroes
01.2025 - Current
Retail Assistance
Kmart
01.2022 - 03.2025
Coach
Artistic Swimming Australia & Neptunes Artistic Swimming Club
01.2021 - Current
Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Gold Coast Performance Center
01.2021 - 12.2021
Senior Shift manager
Subway
01.2020 - 01.2023
Bachelor's of Business -
Griffith University
Certificate IV - Fitness
Onfit Training College
Certificate Lll in Fitness - Fitness
Onfit Training College
English Bridging Course -
Griffith University
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