Elite Rugby Coach & Academy Lead | Senior Team

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

International coaching exposure

Top training facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Senior Rugby Coach and Academy Lead to oversee the senior team and develop the academy pathway. You will implement advanced training methods, drive elite performance, and mentor coaches and players.

The ideal candidate has extensive senior-level rugby coaching, a proven track record of player development, World Rugby Level 3 or equivalent, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior/elite rugby coaching experience.
• Proven track record developing players and teams.
• Strong leadership, communication and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement game strategies and training programs for the senior team.
• Lead, mentor and motivate the senior squad to peak performance.
• Oversee academy curriculum development and implementation.
• Identify, recruit and nurture high-potential players for academy and senior squad.
• Provide individualized feedback and development plans based on assessments.
• Ensure conditioning and injury prevention across all athletes.
• Manage coaching staff and provide professional development.
• Collaborate with medical, strength and conditioning staff and support personnel.
• Foster a disciplined, respectful and committed team culture.
• Stay informed on global rugby trends and integrate best practices.

Skills

Rugby leadership

Player development

Strategy & game planning

Coaching staff management

Education

World Rugby Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Senior Rugby Coach and Academy Lead to oversee the senior team and develop the academy pathway. You will implement advanced training methods, drive elite performance, and mentor coaches and players.

The ideal candidate has extensive senior-level rugby coaching, a proven track record of player development, World Rugby Level 3 or equivalent, and leadership skills.