Elite Athletics Coach & Performance Lead

Placements24

Polokwane

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive salary

Performance bonus

Medical aid and generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Head Athletics Coach & Performance Lead for a prominent athletics club in Polokwane, Limpopo. You will oversee athletic development, train elite athletes, and lead a team of specialist coaches to national and international standards.

The role requires 8+ years coaching, advanced certification, and strong leadership. You will coordinate sports scientists and nutritionists, manage budgets, and ensure a safe, high-performance environment across events and camps in

Qualifications

Minimum of 8 years coaching athletics, incl. 4+ years in senior/head role.
Advanced coaching certification from a recognized federation.
Proven track record of developing athletes to international levels.
In-depth knowledge of training principles, biomechanics and physiology.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement training programs across athletics disciplines.
Lead and mentor a team of specialist coaches.
Identify, recruit and develop talented athletes for long-term progression.
Manage performance planning and execution for elite athletes targeting major championships.
Collaborate with sports scientists, physiotherapists and nutritionists for holistic support.
Manage budget for the athletics program and ensure efficient use of resources.
Organize training camps, competitions and performance assessments.
Maintain athlete performance data and progress reports.
Stay current with advances in athletics coaching and sport science.
Promote a positive, safe training environment in Polokwane and Limpopo.