The Parramatta Eels NRL Club is actively seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from qualified Coaches, Level 1 & 2 Sports Trainers, and Team Managers who are eager to be part of our prestigious Pathways program. This exceptional opportunity opens doors within our Junior Representative Pathways squads and beyond, offering a promising pathway for individuals with the right skills and unwavering passion for rugby league.

Our comprehensive Junior Representative programs encompass a diverse range of highly competitive competitions, including the SG Ball Cup, Tarsha Gale Cup, Harold Matthews Cup, Lisa Fiaola Cup, and Summer 16's. As esteemed members of these programs, successful candidates will assume a pivotal role in nurturing and cultivating young talent, actively shaping the future stars of rugby league.

Coaches - Head Coach & Assistant Coaches:

Among the items you will be responsible for but not limited to will be:

• Attend selection trials, assisting with directing squad and team selection.
• Develop and implement preseason and in-season coaching programs aligned with NRL Coaching philosophies.
• Assess coaching programs regularly, working with team staff and Elite Player Program Department.
• Analyse player performance data to make informed decisions on selection, retention, and recruitment.
• Provide comprehensive player assessments, deliver weekly previews and reviews, and offer quality feedback for development. Maintain positive relationships with players and staff, contribute to recruitment, and expand coaching qualifications. Deliver lectures at coaching courses as needed.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Senior Club Coach - compulsory for Head Coaching Positions.
• Working with Children Check - compulsory.
• High Performance Coach favourable but not required.
• Experience operating in a team environment.

Sports Trainers - Level 1 & 2 (Orange, Yellow & Blue):

Among the items you will be responsible for but not limited to will be:

• Training setup to the standards required by the Parramatta Eels.
• Strap players for prevention of injury and stability prior to training.
• Monitor players during training regarding potential injuries.
• Assess players who are injured during training and give initial treatment.
• Filling/re-filling water bottles and providing water for players during training sessions.

Experience and Knowledge:

• FAO Level 1 minimum - compulsory.
• Working with Children Check - compulsory.
• FAO Level 2 favourable but not required.
• Experience operating in a team environment.

Team Managers:

Among the items you will be responsible for but not limited to will be:

• Liaising with all team members, parents and coaches to ensure the athletes are informed of training schedules and locations.
• Communicating any schedule changes to players, parents and staff.
• Ensuring all athletes are wearing appropriate training clothing and equipment as per club policy.
• Assisting players with registrations and completing forms as required.
• Ensuring the facility is left clean, tidy and locked after the completion of all training sessions.
• Distributing team apparel as required.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Working with Children Check - compulsory.
• Previous Team Manager experience.

Drone Operator:

We are currently seeking a Drone Operator to support our Pathways Program. This role plays an important part in capturing aerial footage to assist with performance analysis, coach review, and player development.

Among the items you will be responsible for but not limited to will be:

• Operating a drone to film training sessions and games as scheduled

• Uploading and storing footage securely and in a timely manner for coach access

• Coordinating with coaches and analysts on footage requirements.

With all Positions the following Standards of Behaviour and Responsibilities will include:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of confidentiality.
• Self-motivated with an ability to motivate others.
• Professional appearance suitable for the relevant environment.
• Highly trustworthy - particularly pertaining to equipment and resources provided by the Parramatta Eels.

What we offer:

In return, the Parramatta Eels can offer a dynamic training/work experience environment in an elite sporting organisation.

There is the potential for career progression into higher roles. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to create a work environment where employee differences such as gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and education are valued to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.