Performance Director, Elite Athlete Program

Sportsmith

New South Wales

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

20 hours ago

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Job summary

Sportsmith in NSW seeks a Head of Performance to lead the NRL squad’s annual performance strategy, periodisation, pre-season, in-season and finals. Translate football philosophy into an integrated physical program and coordinate S&C, sport science, nutrition, recovery and medical rehab.

You will monitor training loads, analyse performance data, set benchmarks, and work with the Head Coach and leadership team.

Qualifications

Experience leading multidisciplinary performance teams in elite sports.
Strong ability to integrate S&C, sport science, nutrition, recovery and medical rehab.
Proven capability to translate coaching philosophy into integrated performance programs.
Experience interpreting athlete monitoring data (GPS, HR, wellness).

Responsibilities

Lead the NRL squad’s annual performance strategy and periodisation across pre-season, in-season and finals.
Translate the Head Coach’s football philosophy into an integrated physical performance program.
Coordinate integration of Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science, Nutrition, Recovery and Medical/rehabilitation.
Establish performance standards, processes and measures across the squad.
Provide expert performance advice to Head Coach and Football leadership.
Monitor training and match loads, player readiness, recovery and performance.
Analyse performance data and provide timely recommendations to coaches and players.
Develop individual physical development programs and rehabilitation/reintegration plans.
Oversee nutrition program in partnership with Club Dietitian and ensure recovery strategies are applied across training and travel.
Lead the Performance team and foster a high-performance culture with accountability and continuous improvement.