Elite Track & Field Performance Director

Placements24

Gauteng

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

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State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Performance Coach in Athletics for its high-performance training center in Tembisa, Gauteng. This senior role requires designing comprehensive, periodized programs and leading a team of coaches to develop athletes competing at national and international levels.

The candidate will integrate exercise physiology, biomechanics, and sport-specific methods, while coordinating with sports scientists and clinicians.

Qualifications

Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
7+ years of progressive coaching, 3+ years in senior/lead role within Athletics.
Proven track record developing athletes to national/international levels.
Expert knowledge of biomechanics and physiology relevant to track and field.
Strong leadership, communication, and staff motivation abilities.

Responsibilities

Design periodized training programs for elite track and field athletes.
Lead and mentor a team of assistant coaches.
Conduct athlete assessments, including testing and movement analysis.
Collaborate with sports scientists, nutritionists, physiotherapists, and psychologists.
Monitor and refine training strategies based on performance data.
Coordinate scheduling, logistics, and travel for competitions.
Promote a positive, ethical training environment and athlete well-being.
Identify talent and participate in recruitment efforts.
Represent the center at clinics, conferences, and community events.