About the Opportunity
The St George Illawarra Dragons are inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified Strength & Conditioning professionals to join our Pathways High Performance Program.
We are seeking to identify practitioners to fill a number of roles across our junior representative teams, working with male and female squads aged *****, based at either ourWollongongorKogarahlocations.
Roles available include:
Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach- Minimum ASCA Level 2 accreditation
Strength & Conditioning Coach- Minimum ASCA Level 1 accreditation
This EOI process aims to build a high-quality S&C; network that supports the physical development, performance, and long-term progression of athletes within the Dragons Pathway system.
Role Overview
Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach
Lead the design and delivery of the physical preparation program
Oversee gym and field-based conditioning aligned to the Dragons High Performance framework
Monitor athlete workloads, physical testing, and performance data
Collaborate with coaching, medical, and performance staff
Provide leadership and guidance to athletes and support staff
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Assist in delivering structured strength and conditioning programs
Focus on foundational athletic development and movement competency
Support monitoring of training loads and athlete wellbeing
Work closely with coaches to align physical development with on-field performance
Key Responsibilities (Across Both Roles)
Deliver age-appropriate strength, conditioning,



and injury-prevention programs
Implement best-practice athlete development principles
Track and report on athlete progress and performance metrics
Foster a positive, disciplined, and high-performance training setting
Support talent development and progression within the Dragons Pathways
About You
We are looking for individuals who:
Are passionate about developing young athletes in a high-performance environment
Have experience working in team sport (preferably rugby league or similar)
Demonstrate strong communication, organisation, and collaboration skills
Understand long-term athlete development and youth physical preparation
Are aligned with a professional, development-first philosophy
Essential Requirements
Lead S&C; Coach:Minimum ASCA Level 2 accreditation
S&C; Coach:Minimum ASCA Level 1 accreditation
Current Working with Children Check (NSW)
First Aid & CPR certification
Availability for training sessions and competition commitments
Desirable Experience
Relevant tertiary qualifications (Exercise Science, Sport Science, or similar)
Experience in elite junior, academy, or representative programs
Exposure to load monitoring, GPS, and athlete management systems
Understanding of rugby league physical demands
Why Join the Dragons Pathways?
Opportunity to contribute to a leading NRL development system
Work within an integrated high-performance environment
Play a key role in preparing future NRL players
Access to ongoing development and mentoring opportunities

📌 Expression Of Interest - Strength & Conditioning Coaches (Wollongong)
🏢 St. George Illawarra Rugby League Football Club
📍 Wollongong