Melbourne Centre for Athletic Performance is a high performance facility that offers physiotherapy, remedial massage, myotherapy, podiatry, dietician as well strength and conditioning. Our mission is to provide high quality services to the local community. However, specialising in those training at the elite competitive level as well as young and developing athletes.
As the High Performance Manager, you will help design the boys strength and conditioning program in collaboration with the MCAP High Performance Team. Your role will involve collaborating closely with football coaches, medical staff, and the broader support team to ensure the holistic development and preparation of athletes.
Outside of commitments, you will also work at MCAP’s elite training facility, where you will continue your professional development in strength and conditioning, testing, and athlete management across a wide range of sporting populations.
You will report directly to the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, High Performance Manager, and Operations Manager at MCAP.
Benefits:
- Access to a high performance gym and cutting edge technology
- Generous remuneration
- CPD with multidisciplinary team
- Opportunity to grow experience in the elite sport environment without pressure and uncertainty that comes with being involved directly with sports teams
- Work with individual athletes of all levels to deliver individualised results driven programs
- Join a fun and supportive team
What We Offer
- A Unique dual-role combining AFL pathway to high performance management and private sector coaching
- Hands-on experience in both elite sporting pathways and a professional performance facility
- Mentorship and collaboration with industry-leading professionals at MCAP
- Opportunities for growth and development within High-Performance Sport
- History of developing careers from Coates league to AFL
Role:
- Design and implement strength and power programs for elite and emerging athletes
- Facilitate outdoor conditioning sessions as required
- Assist in the implementation of rehabilitation programs whilst working closely with our physiotherapists, podiatrists and surgeons.
Criteria:
- Bachelor Exercise Science or similar degree. Masters in Strength and Conditioning desirable.
- Human Movement / Coaching / Exercise / Sports Science Degree
- Qualified Strength & Conditioning Coach
- Minimum 2 years previous experience conditioning both emerging and elite athletes/teams.
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills & the ability to build strong relationships.
Hours Required:
- Melbourne Centre For Athetic Performance
- Monday- Thursday 4pm-8pm
- Saturday or Sunday
