Elite Performance Programs Lead

ACE Performance; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time employment

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Impactful work

Career progression

Job summary

ACE Performance in Fairfield, VIC, is seeking an experienced High Performance Manager to lead elite training programmes and services, oversee performance metrics, and ensure world-class coaching. This full-time role directs daily operations, mentors coaches, develops strategic training protocols, and ensures compliance with industry standards.

You will analyse client progress through data, manage budgets, drive programme profitability, and contribute to marketing activities to attract new

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in fitness management or high-performance coaching.
• Demonstrated leadership of teams and delivery of high-quality client services.
• Strong knowledge of training methodologies, exercise physiology and performance optimisation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to motivate staff and clients.
• Proficiency with fitness management software and data tracking tools.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of high-performance training programmes for development through to professional level athletes.
• Mentor a team of fitness professionals and coaches, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Develop and implement strategic training protocols tailored to client needs and goals.
• Monitor progress through data analysis, assessments and evaluations; adjust programmes as needed.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, health and safety regulations, and ACE Performance policies.
• Identify opportunities for programme enhancement and innovation; stay current with trends.
• Manage budgets and resources to maximise operational efficiency and profitability.
• Build relationships with clients; address concerns to ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Contribute to marketing strategies and promotional activities to attract new clients.
• Report on KPIs and programme outcomes to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Fitness management

Data analysis

Budget management

Communication

Software proficiency

First Aid & CPR

Passion for fitness

Education

Fitness instruction / personal training / sports science qualification

Tools

Fitness management software

Job description

ACE Performance in Fairfield, VIC, is seeking an experienced High Performance Manager to lead elite training programmes and services, oversee performance metrics, and ensure world-class coaching. This full-time role directs daily operations, mentors coaches, develops strategic training protocols, and ensures compliance with industry standards.

You will analyse client progress through data, manage budgets, drive programme profitability, and contribute to marketing activities to attract new