Elite Rugby Academy Head Coach

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical aid and retirement plan

Annual leave and professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks an experienced Head Coach to lead a premier rugby academy, developing young talent and implementing cutting-edge training programs. You will oversee coaching staff, design player development plans, and drive performance across the academy.

The role requires a strong leadership mindset, 5+ years in high-performance coaching, and World Rugby Level 3 or equivalent. You will manage budget considerations and travel as needed within South Africa.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-performance coaching, preferably in a rugby academy or senior environment.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills with a track record of developing young athletes.
• Sound understanding of rugby tactics, training methods and player conditioning.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee training and development programs for academy players.
• Identify, recruit, and retain talented young players from diverse backgrounds.
• Conduct player assessments and provide coaching feedback to aid development.
• Develop game plans and tactical strategies aligned with academy objectives.
• Oversee player welfare, conditioning, and welfare of all academy players.
• Lead, mentor, and manage assistant coaches and support staff within the academy.
• Coordinate with senior team coaches on player progression and integration.

Skills

High-performance coaching

Talent development

Leadership & motivation

Player assessments

Budget management

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

World Rugby Level 3

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks an experienced Head Coach to lead a premier rugby academy, developing young talent and implementing cutting-edge training programs. You will oversee coaching staff, design player development plans, and drive performance across the academy.

The role requires a strong leadership mindset, 5+ years in high-performance coaching, and World Rugby Level 3 or equivalent. You will manage budget considerations and travel as needed within South Africa.