High School Physical Education Coach – Inspire Athletes

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Professional E-sports Coach for Randburg, Gauteng. On-site role focused on training the roster, developing players, and driving competitive performance.

You will design training programs, analyze opponents and meta trends, mentor players individually and as a team, and coordinate with management on strategic direction and event participation. The role calls for leadership, a strong analytical mindset, and a passion for competitive gaming.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement training strategies and practice routines for the E-sports team.
• Analyze game mechanics, meta trends, and opponent strategies to create competitive advantages.
• Coach players individually and as a team, providing constructive feedback and performance insights.
• Scout and evaluate potential new talent for the team.
• Manage team communication, morale, and player development.
• Oversee participation in tournaments and leagues, ensuring peak performance.
• Collaborate with team management on player contracts, welfare, and strategic direction.
• Stay current with advancements in E-sports technology and competitive gaming.
• Maintain a positive and disciplined

Job description

Professional E-sports Coach (Randburg, Gauteng)

About the Role Our client, a burgeoning professional E-sports organization, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Professional E-sports Coach to lead their competitive team in **Randburg, Gauteng**. This role demands a deep understanding of competitive gaming strategies, player development, and team dynamics. You will be responsible for training players, devising game plans, analyzing opponents, and fostering a winning mentality within the team. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional leadership qualities, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in competitive E-sports, either as a player or coach. This is an on‑site position within the vibrant **Randburg, Gauteng** E-sports scene, offering a unique opportunity to shape the future of a professional gaming team. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about E‑sports, dedicated to player growth, and driven by the pursuit of victory. This role requires a commitment to intensive training schedules and competitive event participation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective training strategies and practice routines for the E-sports team.
• Analyze game mechanics, meta trends, and opponent strategies to create competitive advantages.
• Coach players individually and as a team, providing constructive feedback and performance insights.
• Scout and evaluate potential new talent for the team.
• Manage team communication, morale, and player development.
• Oversee participation in tournaments and leagues, ensuring peak performance.
• Collaborate with team management on player contracts, welfare, and strategic direction.
• Stay current with advancements in E-sports technology and competitive gaming.
• Maintain a positive and disciplined