Melbourne Rovers are hunting for a volunteer Head Coach to lead our senior squad through the 2026 Metro league season. The team is yours to shape from the ground up, and you’ll be backed by a committed and resourceful leadership team.

You’ll deliver one training session a week, alongside games on Sundays and have the option to jump into futsal, Club socials and community events.  Plus you’ll get networking opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.

You’ll be part of a Club that is building relationships with Melbourne Victory and Football Victoria, as well as other A-League clubs, community non profit groups and the wider sporting world.

If you love coaching diverse players and want to shape an inclusive Club that’s doing something different, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and run one weekly training session that balances development, structure and fun
• Lead the team on match days with clear communication and tactical awareness
• Create training sessions that challenge skilled players while supporting beginners
• Work with the committee on season planning and squad management
• Foster an inclusive environment where every player feels welcome and supported
• Provide regular feedback to players and maintain open communication with leadership

What You Bring

• Coaching accreditation is preferred but not essential if you have strong experience
• Ability to coach a very mixed group without losing patience or spark
• Strong communication and a collaborative mindset
• A values led approach that aligns with the club culture
• Reliability and consistency with training and match days

What We Offer

• A rewarding community that values participation as much as performance.
• Support from the committee, including resources, coaching courses or qualifications, and planning help, plus networking opportunities that you cannot find anywhere else.
• The chance to shape a growing club and influence long term development
• Complete autonomy to coach and develop the team how you think is best.

Time Commitment

• One training session per week
• Weekend match days during the season
• Occasional planning sessions or club events