Assistant Coach - Defence (NRL)

Wests Tigers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wests Tigers in Concord, NSW, is seeking an experienced Assistant Coach – Defence to join the NRL Football Department. Reporting directly to the Head Coach, this role will design, implement and continually improve our defensive systems and strategies for elite competition.

You will plan and deliver high‑quality defensive training, contribute to preseason and in‑season planning, monitor player development and provide ongoing coaching feedback.

Qualifications

• NRL High Performance Coach accreditation.
• Significant experience in elite rugby league as either a player or coach.
• Extensive coaching experience across NRL and high‑performance environments.
• Demonstrated success supporting game strategy development, season planning and performance improvement.
• Expertise in performance analysis, game review processes and the effective use of technology and data.
• Strong understanding of contemporary high‑performance sporting systems.
• Exceptional communication and relationship‑building capabilities.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.
• Deep knowledge of rugby league and the factors required to achieve sustained success at the elite level.

Responsibilities

• Designing and refining defensive systems, structures and game strategies.
• Planning and delivering high‑quality defensive training sessions and drills.
• Contributing to preseason and in‑season planning to optimise team performance.
• Monitoring player development and providing ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Supporting game day operations from the coaches' box through live analysis and tactical adjustments.
• Conducting detailed opposition and post‑match video analysis.
• Contributing to player selection discussions and end‑of‑season reviews.
• Working collaboratively with coaching, high performance and wellbeing staff to achieve football objectives.
• Representing the club professionally with media, sponsors, fans and key stakeholders.
• Upholding the club's values of Family, Teamwork, Excellence, Respect and Honesty.

Skills

NRL High Performance Coach accreditat

Elite rugby league coaching experience

Performance analysis & data use

Leadership & communication

Job description

Shape the Future of Wests Tigers

The Wests Tigers has proudly competed in the NRL since 2000 and continues to build a modern, innovative and inclusive sporting organisation dedicated to enriching the lives of our community. With state-of-the-art facilities at the in Concord and a growing presence in South West Sydney, we are committed to developing elite talent and creating sustained success on and off the field.

Assistant Coach - Defence (NRL)

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Wests Tigers RLFC

• Concord ▸ New South Wales ▸ Australia
• Full Time

Description

• Commencing November 2026
• Full Time

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced and high‑performing Assistant Coach – Defence to join our NRL Football Department. Reporting directly to the Head Coach, this role will play a critical part in designing, implementing and continuously improving our defensive systems and strategies as we pursue excellence at the elite level.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Designing and refining defensive systems, structures and game strategies.
• Planning and delivering high‑quality defensive training sessions and drills.
• Contributing to preseason and in‑season planning to optimise team performance.
• Monitoring player development and providing ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Supporting game day operations from the coaches' box through live analysis and tactical adjustments.
• Conducting detailed opposition and post‑match video analysis.
• Contributing to player selection discussions and end‑of‑season reviews.
• Working collaboratively with coaching, high performance and wellbeing staff to achieve football objectives.
• Representing the club professionally with media, sponsors, fans and key stakeholders.
• Upholding the club's values of Family, Teamwork, Excellence, Respect and Honesty.

About You

We are looking for an accomplished rugby league professional who combines technical expertise with outstanding leadership and communication skills.

To Be Successful, You Will Bring:

• NRL High Performance Coach accreditation.
• Significant experience in elite rugby league as either a player or coach.
• Extensive coaching experience across NRL and high‑performance environments.
• Demonstrated success supporting game strategy development, season planning and performance improvement.
• Expertise in performance analysis, game review processes and the effective use of technology and data.
• Strong understanding of contemporary high‑performance sporting systems.
• Exceptional communication and relationship‑building capabilities.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.
• Deep knowledge of rugby league and the factors required to achieve sustained success at the elite level.

Essential Requirements

• Legal entitlement to work in Australia.
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence.
• Valid Australian Passport.
• Ability to work outside standard business hours, including travel and match‑day commitments.
• Current National Police Check (or ability to obtain one).

Why Join Wests Tigers?

This is a rare opportunity to join one of the NRL's most passionate clubs and contribute to the development of a high‑performing football program. You will work alongside elite athletes and staff in a dynamic environment while helping shape the future success of Wests Tigers.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification
• Relevant Coaching Accreditation

Wests Tigers is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.