Senior Football Performance Coach — Elite Training

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

State-of-the-art facilities

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Senior Football Performance Coach to lead cutting-edge training programs for professional footballers. You will design and implement plans, perform assessments, and work with coaches and medical staff to drive holistic athlete development.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in high-level football, strong knowledge of biomechanics and Injury prevention, and relevant certifications to elevate performance in a competitive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years coaching at professional or elite youth level.
• Certifications: NSCA/CSCS and UEFA A Licence.
• Experience with performance monitoring tech and data analysis.
• Strong biomechanics and injury prevention knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee football performance programs for players.
• Conduct physical assessments and performance testing to guide plans.
• Develop individualized training based on needs and position.
• Monitor load, fatigue, recovery to prevent injuries and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with coaches, scientists, and medical staff for holistic development.
• Educate players on nutrition, hydration, sleep, and recovery.
• Stay updated on sports science research and best practices.
• Maintain records of progress and training data.
• Contribute to recruitment by assessing physical potential of prospects.
• Foster a positive, motivating training environment.

Skills

Performance monitoring

Data analysis

Biomechanics

Strength & conditioning

Injury prevention

Observation & analysis

Communication

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Science/Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology

Master's degree preferred

Related field knowledge

Tools

NSCA / CSCS

UEFA A Licence

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Senior Football Performance Coach to lead cutting-edge training programs for professional footballers. You will design and implement plans, perform assessments, and work with coaches and medical staff to drive holistic athlete development.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in high-level football, strong knowledge of biomechanics and Injury prevention, and relevant certifications to elevate performance in a competitive environment.