Head of Talent Pathways & Player Development

Comunidad Lift; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Waratahs seeks a Head of Player Development to lead the NSW male talent pipeline through the Satellite Academy network and Waratahs Pathway model. The role requires strategic leadership across the Junior, Youth and Senior Academies to develop players into Super Rugby Pacific and national squads.

You will drive LTAD-aligned systems, recruitment strategies, and budget planning, coordinating with Waratahs directors and coaches to deliver world-class development and performance outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management能力
• Experience in talent development delivery and pathway programs
• Budget accountability and multi-site leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit and develop talent across NSW for pathway integration
• Lead LTAD-aligned talent identification and recruitment strategy
• Develop and monitor a three-year depth chart for player recruitment and retention
• Oversee budget planning and reporting for Player Development programs
• Collaborate with schools, clubs and Waratahs Academy to implement pathways
• Ensure LTAD principles and selection criteria are consistently applied across programs
• Provide expert technical advice and guidance on player development systems

Skills

Leadership

Talent development

Strategy

Budget management

Recruitment

Stakeholder engagement

Education

World Rugby Level 3 qualification

First Aid and CPR qualifications

Working With Children Check

Job description

Waratahs seeks a Head of Player Development to lead the NSW male talent pipeline through the Satellite Academy network and Waratahs Pathway model. The role requires strategic leadership across the Junior, Youth and Senior Academies to develop players into Super Rugby Pacific and national squads.

You will drive LTAD-aligned systems, recruitment strategies, and budget planning, coordinating with Waratahs directors and coaches to deliver world-class development and performance outcomes.