AFLW Strength & Conditioning Coach

Melbourne Football Club; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free flu vaccinations

Corporate health insurance discounts

Healthy snacks and fresh fruit

Job summary

Melbourne Football Club is seeking a dedicated AFLW Strength & Conditioning Coach for our High Performance team. The role focuses on delivering strength, power, speed and endurance programs designed to maximise on-field performance and injury prevention for AFLW players.

The role requires ASCA Level 2 accreditation (or equivalent) and a tertiary degree in Exercise Science or related field, with experience in elite sport.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning or a related field.
• ASCA Level 2 Accreditation or equivalent.
• Experience in elite or high-performance sport is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement resistance training programs to enhance strength, power, endurance, agility, and speed in AFLW athletes.
• Develop and execute running programs tailored to position-specific requirements and athlete profiles.
• Lead agility and speed training sessions to improve movement efficiency and acceleration mechanics.
• Collaborate with the High Performance team to optimise training loads and athlete readiness.
• Monitor athlete performance data and adjust training programs based on evidence.

Skills

Running mechanics

Agility development

Speed development

Sports science

Training load monitoring

Recovery strategies

Athlete engagement

Education

Exercise Science degree

ASCA Level 2 Accreditation

Job description

As the pioneers of Australian Football, the Melbourne Football Club holds a unique and celebrated place in sporting history. For 168 years, we have shaped the game - writing its rules, leading its evolution, and carrying the distinction of being the oldest professional sporting club in the world.

Our Demon Spirit is grounded in the values that define us: Trust, Respect, Unity and Excellence. These values guide our people, our decisions, and our ambitions. We are proud of where we've come from - and even more excited about where we're going.

ABOUT THE ROLE

An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for a passionate and driven AFLW Strength & Conditioning Coach to join our High Performance team and play a pivotal role in shaping the physical performance and development of our AFLW playing group.

In this role, you will lead the delivery of high-quality strength and conditioning programs, building player strength, power, speed and resilience while supporting injury prevention and maximising on-field performance. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the continued growth and success of our AFLW program.

This is a maximum-term, part-time position commencing in February 2027. The role will average approximately 20 hours per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting directly to the AFLW High Performance Manager key areas of responsibilities include:

• Design and implement resistance training programs to enhance strength, power, endurance, agility, and speed in AFLW athletes.
• Aid in the development and execution of individualised running programs tailored to position-specific requirements and player profiles.
• Lead agility and speed training sessions to improve movement efficiency and acceleration mechanics.
• Collaborate with the AFLW High Performance team, including physiotherapists, sports scientists, and coaches, to optimise training loads, and player readiness.
• Monitor and assess athlete performance data, using evidence-based methods to adjust training programs accordingly.
• Assist in injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols, ensuring a safe return to play for injured athletes.
• Provide technical coaching on running mechanics and change-of-direction efficiency.
• Contribute to match preparation through warm-ups, activation drills, and conditioning strategies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date training records and reports to track athlete progression.
• Educate players on best practices in recovery, nutrition, and load management to maximise performance outcomes.

Given the nature of the Club's operations, flexibility to work outside standard business hours, including match days, events and other Club-related activities is required.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

You will have a tertiary qualification in Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning or a related field, alongside ASCA Level 2 Accreditation or equivalent. You will have demonstrated experience working within an elite or high-performance sporting environment, ideally within AFL or another team sport.

You will have strong technical knowledge of running mechanics, agility and speed development, alongside a sound understanding of sports science principles, including training load monitoring and recovery strategies.

A collaborative approach, exceptional communication and athlete engagement skills are essential, along with current First Aid and CPR certifications. You will thrive in a high-performance environment and be passionate about helping athletes reach their full potential.

WHY JOIN THE CLUB

This role offers the opportunity to join a values-driven Club with a strong commitment to excellence, sustainable performance, and the wellbeing of its people. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where our people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow and perform at their best. In return, you'll enjoy:

• Opportunities for ongoing learning, growth and career development.
• Access to unique AFL and AFLW experiences and Club events.
• Access to a range of sponsor-related offers and discounts
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family, along with a range of health and wellbeing initiatives, including free flu vaccinations, corporate health insurance discounts, and complimentary healthy snacks and fresh fruit.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Melbourne Football Club is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and included. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals and people of all ages. We recognise that talent comes in many forms and encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, as your unique skills, experiences and potential may make you a valuable addition to our Club.

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Melbourne Football Club is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, together with their families, across all Club services, sites and operations, by fostering a culturally safe environment where children and young people feel safe and welcome. We expect all Club representatives and any other affiliated persons, regardless of their role or level of responsibility, to act to safeguard children and young people from harm and neglect, and to ensure that all children feel safe and are safe.

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check and a Victorian Working with Children Check.

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