Queensland Reds Women’s Head Coach

Comunidadlift; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Queensland Reds Women’s program is seeking a part-time Head Coach to lead and be accountable for the women’s team, delivering a high-performance coaching program across a 12-month cycle. The role requires Level 3/4 coaching accreditation, Smart Rugby, and a current blue card, plus the legal right to work in Australia.

You will travel interstate and internationally as needed and work weekends as part of a flexible schedule. Visa support is not provided.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to working in a female high-performance environment.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and manage an elite rugby program.
• Understanding of sport science, sport medicine and athlete wellbeing.
• Excellent people management and communication skills with female athletes.
• Adaptable and resilient with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the Queensland Reds Women’s pre-season and in-season campaigns for the Super Rugby Women’s competition.
• Lead and deliver the Queensland Reds Women’s Academy program for designated Wallaroos and Reds/Development players.
• Drive team identity and align with the organisation’s strategic direction.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching rugby

Team management

Communication

Adaptability

Time management

Education

Level 3 or 4 rugby coaching accreditation (Rugby Australia)

Tools

Smart Rugby

Blue Card

Job description

Job Description

An exciting development for Queensland Rugby, the Queensland Reds Women’s Head Coach will work in and deliver a female focused high-performance environment across a 12 month program. They will lead and inspire the Women’s team, align with the organisation’s strategic direction and implement a high-performance coaching program to support, challenge and develop emerging and elite female rugby athletes. Their expertise will be instrumental to drive the team’s success, nurture talent and foster a culture of excellence both on and off the field. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of Women’s rugby within Queensland, contributing to its growth and prominence on the national and international stage.

Purpose

In essence, the purpose of the Head Coach position is to lead and be accountable for the Queensland Reds Women’s program. This role will influence and support the underpinning programs that contribute to the sustained success of the Queensland Reds Women’s team and contribute to the Queensland Rugby brand and the growth of the game in Queensland.

This is a part-time position which will work across 12 months of the year. The role will have two distinct workloads:

October to April

• Lead and deliver the Queensland Reds Women’s pre-season preparation and in-season campaign for the Super Rugby Women’s competition

May to September

• Lead and deliver the Queensland Reds Women’s Academy program for designated Wallaroos and selected Queensland Reds Women’s and Development players

Experience, Capabilities & Qualification Requirements

Experience & Capabilities

• Demonstrated desire and commitment to work and thrive within a female high-performance environment
• Outstanding and proven ability to lead, coach and manage an elite high-performance rugby program including the ability to drive a strong team identity within the broader organisation
• Outstanding and proven coaching knowledge and technical/tactical competency
• Excellent understanding of the components that contribute to a high performing rugby program including the incorporation of sport science, sport medicine and athlete wellbeing
• Excellent people management and communication skills including the ability to develop, maintain and leverage relationships, particularly with female athletes
• Adaptability and resilience
• Emotional intelligence
• Excellent time management skills

Work Hours & Indicative Scheduling Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours which will include weekends
• Ability to travel both interstate and internationally for short periods of time
• Refer to the job description attached for a complete summary of the work hours and indicative schedule

Qualification Requirements

• Level 3 or 4 rugby union coaching accreditation (Rugby Australia accredited or the equivalent)
• Smart Rugby (Rugby Australia)
• Current blue card (or the ability to obtain)
• Current legal right to live and work in Australia
• Please note that applicants who require visa support will not be considered and should not apply

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 Coaching Accreditation
• Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check