Head Fitness Coach - High-Performance Athletics

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

State-of-the-art facilities

Team travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Head Fitness Coach to lead high-performance training programs in Cape Town. You will design individualized regimens for elite athletes and oversee the training center operations, ensuring safe, effective development and progress across disciplines.

You will assess athlete needs, implement progressive protocols, and collaborate with sports psychologists, nutritionists, and medical staff to provide holistic support.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Sports Science or related field.
• 7+ years coaching high-performance athletes with proven results.
• CSCS or SCCC certification.
• Knowledge of biomechanics, periodization, injury prevention.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience with performance analysis software and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-performance strength and conditioning programs.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and provide feedback.
• Oversee daily operations of the high-performance training center.
• Stay updated with sports science research and trends.
• Collaborate with sports psychologists, nutritionists, and medical staff.
• Mentor and guide assistant coaches and interns.

Skills

Coaching high-performance athletes

Leadership

Communication skills

Performance analysis software

Education

Master's degree in Sports Science or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier athletic facility in Cape Town , is seeking an accomplished Head Fitness Coach to lead their high-performance training programs. This role is central to developing and implementing individualized training regimens for elite athletes across various disciplines within the Leisure & Sports industry. You will be responsible for assessing athlete needs, designing progressive training protocols, and ensuring the safe and effective development of physical capabilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with top-tier talent and contribute to their success on national and international stages, combining on-site coaching with remote program development and athlete monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive strength and conditioning programs tailored to the specific needs of high-performance athletes.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and provide detailed feedback to athletes and coaching staff.
• Oversee the daily operations of the high-performance training center, ensuring a safe and effective training environment.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and trends in sports science, exercise physiology, and athletic performance enhancement.
• Collaborate with sports psychologists, nutritionists, and medical staff to provide holistic athlete support.
• Mentor and guide assistant coaches and interns, fostering professional growth within the department.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in coaching high-performance athletes, with a proven track record of success.
• Certification from a recognized professional body (e.g., CSCS, SCCC).
• In-depth knowledge of biomechanics, periodization, and injury prevention strategies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with performance analysis software and data interpretation.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Access to state-of-the-art training facilities and equipment.
• Opportunities to travel with teams to competitions and contribute to elite sports development in Cape Town .