Elite Athletic Performance Lead Coach

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development budget

Cutting-edge facilities

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Athletic Performance Coach for a prestigious sports academy in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will design and implement strength and conditioning programs for elite athletes, focusing on performance optimization, injury prevention, and recovery strategies.

You will collaborate with coaches, medical staff, and athletes to drive holistic development, stay updated with research, and mentor junior staff while maintaining meticulous training records.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in sports science or related field.
• 5+ years elite athletic performance coaching experience.
• CSCS certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor strength, conditioning, and athletic performance programs.
• Conduct performance assessments and testing to identify strengths and weaknesses.
• Educate athletes on training techniques, injury prevention, and nutrition strategies.
• Collaborate with sport coaches to align training with team goals and schedules.
• Work with the sports medicine team to facilitate rehabilitation and return-to-play.
• Stay current with the latest research in sports science and performance.
• Oversee selection, maintenance, and safety of training equipment.
• Mentor junior coaching staff and interns.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and injury status.
• Foster a positive, motivating, and safe training environment.

Skills

Biomechanics

Exercise Physiology

Leadership

Communication

Injury Prevention

Data Analysis

Education

Master's degree in Sports Science or Exercise Physiology

CSCS Certification

Tools

GPS Performance Analytics

Fitness Tech Equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Athletic Performance Coach for a prestigious sports academy in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will design and implement strength and conditioning programs for elite athletes, focusing on performance optimization, injury prevention, and recovery strategies.

You will collaborate with coaches, medical staff, and athletes to drive holistic development, stay updated with research, and mentor junior staff while maintaining meticulous training records.