Elite Swimming Coach — Lead & Develop Champions

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art facilities

Professional development opportunities

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Head Swimming Coach to lead a competitive program, developing swimmers from junior levels to elite competition. The role emphasizes on-deck leadership, strategic training, and mentor-ship of assistant coaches, with a focus on discipline and performance.

The successful candidate will possess advanced knowledge of swimming biomechanics, physiology, and training principles, and will drive long-term development, performance analysis, and goal setting across

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a successful competitive swimming coach, with a proven record of developing swimmers at national or international levels.
• Current coaching certification from a recognized swimming body (e.g., Swimming South Africa).
• In-depth knowledge of swimming biomechanics, physiology, and training principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills.
• Ability to develop and implement effective long-term training programs.
• Experience in athlete performance analysis and goal setting.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities, particularly for competitions and team management.
• A passion for swimming and a commitment to athlete development.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive training plans for competitive swimming squads, tailored to different age groups and skill levels.
• Coach swimmers on stroke technique, endurance, speed, and race strategy.
• Monitor swimmer progress, analyze performance data, and adjust training programs accordingly.
• Organize and lead team training sessions, ensuring a safe and effective environment.
• Recruit and retain talented swimmers for the club's programs.
• Manage and mentor assistant coaches, providing guidance and support.
• Coordinate team travel and logistics for competitions.
• Foster a positive team environment that promotes sportsmanship, discipline, and mutual respect.
• Communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, club management, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant swimming federation rules and regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Motivation

Swim coaching

Biomechanics

Physiology

Training principles

First Aid

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Head Swimming Coach to lead a competitive program, developing swimmers from junior levels to elite competition. The role emphasizes on-deck leadership, strategic training, and mentor-ship of assistant coaches, with a focus on discipline and performance.

The successful candidate will possess advanced knowledge of swimming biomechanics, physiology, and training principles, and will drive long-term development, performance analysis, and goal setting across