Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Placements24; Cape Town; In loco; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art facilities

Professional development opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead elite performance programs across multiple disciplines. You will design and oversee comprehensive regimens, perform athlete assessments, and drive injury prevention and performance enhancement.

You will mentor assistants, collaborate with medical staff, and foster a culture of excellence within the performance department. A master’s degree and 7+ years with head coaching are required, plus CSCS or SCCC

Competenze

• Master's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Physiology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, with significant head coaching experience.
• Certification from a recognized body (e.g., CSCS, SCCC).
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful athletic performance programs.
• Excellent knowledge of biomechanics, exercise physiology, and sports nutrition.
• Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills.

Mansioni

• Design and execute science-based strength and conditioning programs tailored to athlete needs and team goals.
• Conduct athlete assessments, movement screening, strength testing, and body composition analysis.
• Implement injury prevention protocols and rehabilitation support with medical staff.
• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches and interns.
• Educate athletes on training techniques, nutrition, and recovery strategies.
• Maintain records of athlete progress and performance metrics.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Program design

Biomechanics

Sports nutrition

Mentoring

Formazione

Master's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Physiology, or a related field

Strumenti

CSCS

SCCC

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to lead their elite performance programs in Cape Town . This senior role involves designing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive strength and conditioning regimens for athletes across various disciplines. You will be responsible for athlete assessment, program periodization, injury prevention strategies, and performance enhancement. The ideal candidate is passionate about athletic development, possesses strong leadership skills, and is committed to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the performance department, ensuring athletes reach their peak potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute science-based strength and conditioning programs tailored to individual athlete needs and team goals.
• Conduct thorough athlete assessments, including movement screening, strength testing, and body composition analysis.
• Implement effective injury prevention protocols and rehabilitation support in collaboration with medical staff.
• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches and interns, fostering their professional growth.
• Educate athletes on proper training techniques, nutrition, and recovery strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of athlete progress and performance metrics.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Physiology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach , with significant head coaching experience.
• Certification from a recognized body (e.g., CSCS, SCCC).
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful athletic performance programs.
• Excellent knowledge of biomechanics, exercise physiology, and sports nutrition.
• Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous vacation and paid time off policy.
• Access to state-of-the-art training facilities and equipment.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.