Purpose

Working within the ACT Brumbies Professional Rugby department and reporting to the ACT Brumbies Director of Performance and the ACT Brumbies Head of Elite Pathways, the ACT Brumbies Academy Forwards Coach will play a critical role in recruiting, developing and retaining rugby's best developing forward talent within the ACT Brumbies Academy program.

Key Accountabilities

Lead the Forwards Coaching of the ACT Brumbies Academy Programs

Lead the forwards coaching across the ACT Brumbies Academy including lineout, maul, scrum and defensive collision

Ensure that the forwards coaching methodology (ACT Brumbies Game Model) is aligned between the ACT Brumbies Academy program and ACT Brumbies professional program

Coordinate Junior Age ACT Brumbies Academy, including Super Rugby U16, and coaching or appointing relevant coaches

Coaching assistance for the Super Rugby Pacific senior men's program

Mentor ACT Rugby Club Forwards Coaches via career development opportunities and coaching appointments within the ACT Brumbies Academy system

Work closely with the Head of Elite Pathways and Head Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach to design and implement programs to grow the next generation of ACT Brumbies players

Identify the next generation of ACT Brumbies from within and outside of the ACT

Attend all relevant matches, training and tournaments as outlined in the ACT Brumbies Academy and National program schedule

Coaching, Learning & Development





Lead the development and implementation of periodised coaching and training plans

Coordinate and deliver team, player reviews (training and playing) and maintain records via coordinated effective systems

Support the education and development of coaches working within ACT Brumbies Elite Development Pathways

Align to IDP processes for relevant ACT Brumbies Academy players

National Program Alignment

Support coaching within national programs when available

Maintain all reporting and deliverables in line with obligations within the national high-performance agreement

Establish and maintain effective relationships with the national academy staff

Organisation Contribution

Be available to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of media

Support the ACT Brumbies Rugby Union with relevant appearances and presentations when available

Capabilities, Experience & Qualification Requirements

Passion for the development of rugby players

Outstanding and proven ability as a forwards coach at an elite level

Industry education and accreditation

Level 2 and Smart Rugby

Level 3-4 coaching accreditation is desirable

Excellent understanding of the components that contribute to a high performing rugby program

Strong ability to collaborate

Excellent people management and communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Excellent time management skills

Ability to work flexible hours, which will include weekends

Ability to travel internationally and interstate

📌 Act Brumbies Academy Forwards Coach (Australia)
🏢 ACT Brumbies
📍 Australia