Performance-Driven Sports Science & Conditioning Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Sports Science and Conditioning Specialist for their Bloemfontein-based institute to elevate elite athletes’ performance. The role emphasizes scientifically-backed training design and multidisciplinary collaboration with coaches and physiotherapists.

The candidate will lead programs targeting strength, power, speed, endurance, and injury prevention, using state-of-the-art assessment tools and nutrition guidance for optimal results.

Qualifications

• Academic background in sports science or related field.
• Practical experience conditioning high-performance athletes across disciplines.
• Proactive athlete welfare and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scientifically-backed training programs to improve strength, power, speed, and endurance.
• Monitor progress and adjust training protocols accordingly.
• Provide nutritional guidance to athletes.
• Collaborate with coaches and physiotherapists to optimize performance and injury prevention.

Skills

Sports science

Athlete conditioning

Data-driven training

Nutrition guidance

Collaboration with coaches

Education

Bachelor's in Sports Science

Master's preferred

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Sports Science and Conditioning Specialist for their Bloemfontein-based institute to elevate elite athletes’ performance. The role emphasizes scientifically-backed training design and multidisciplinary collaboration with coaches and physiotherapists.

The candidate will lead programs targeting strength, power, speed, endurance, and injury prevention, using state-of-the-art assessment tools and nutrition guidance for optimal results.