Job Summary
The Sports Trainer plays a key role in supporting the medical care and physical wellbeing of the organisation's athletes. Reporting to the department head, this role combines hands-on treatment, injury prevention, and clinic coordination to keep athletes fit, healthy, and match ready.
Job Description
Medical Coverage & Treatment
- Provide on-site medical support for athletes and staff during training sessions, camps, and competitions (local and overseas)
- Perform massage therapy and other rehabilitation techniques as advised by team physiotherapists
- Support recovery routines after training and matches, including hydrotherapy, ice baths, and preparing hydration/recovery drinks (in coordination with the fitness coach)
- Refer injured athletes to the appropriate specialists and help arrange their appointments
- Support the team doctor or physiotherapist in rehabilitating injured athletes, tracking their progress through to full return to play
- Help expedite specialist referrals and track injury and recovery rates across teams
Injury Prevention & Communication
- Monitor and document athlete health and injury trends
- Keep athletes and coaches informed on the status and progress of injuries, treatment options, and recovery timelines
- Share up-to-date guidance on injury prevention, immediate injury management, and possible complications
- Run educational sessions for athletes, coaches, and other stakeholders on preventing and managing common injuries
- Work closely with fitness coaches and other sports science specialists (e.g. in nutrition and exercise physiology) to align on athletes' training, recovery, and injury prevention needs
Clinic & Administrative Support
- Help run the day-to-day operations of the medical clinic/gym, including scheduling athlete appointments and maintaining smooth workflows
- Work with physiotherapists to improve patient care processes and resolve any issues that arise
- Track medical supplies and help ensure equipment is well-maintained
- Manage athlete insurance claims, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete before submission
- Support broader initiatives aimed at strengthening the organisation's sports medicine capabilities
- Take on other related duties as assigned by the department head
Job Requirements
- Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Sports Science.
- Minimum 3 years in supporting athletes in training sessions, competitions and injury management and rehabilitation
- Knowledge of sports injury treatment and rehabilitation practices.
- Certified First Aid, CPR and AED.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-based environment.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel for competitions.