Position Description – Strength & Conditioning Coach
Organisation: Gippsland Sports Academy (GSA)
Position: Strength & Conditioning Coach
Employment Type: Part-time / Casual (as negotiated)
Reports To: Executive Officer

About Gippsland Sports Academy

The Gippsland Sports Academy (GSA) is a not-for-profit organisation committed to identifying and developing talented athletes throughout the Gippsland region. GSA delivers high-performance programs that support athletes through specialist coaching, sport science services, education, and personal development opportunities.

Position Purpose

The Strength & Conditioning Coach is responsible for planning, delivering, and monitoring strength and conditioning services across the Gippsland Sports Academy. The role aims to improve athlete performance, reduce injury risk, and provide ongoing support through both face-to-face coaching and remote program monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

Athlete Assessment

- Coordination and delivery of athlete fitness testing throughout the year.
- Interpret athlete fitness testing and screening results.
- Provide individual feedback to athletes and, where appropriate, coaches.
- Use testing outcomes to inform appropriate strength and conditioning programming.

Athlete Programming

- Develop and prescribe individualised home-based strength and conditioning programs.
- Ensure programs are appropriate to the athlete's age, development stage, sport, and goals.
- Update programs as required based on athlete progress and testing outcomes.

Athlete Monitoring

- Monitor athlete compliance and progress monthly through the Lumin Sports application.
- Communicate regularly with athletes regarding program completion and performance.
- Identify athletes requiring additional support and provide appropriate guidance.

School Program Delivery





- Plan and deliver one Strength & Conditioning session each fortnight as part of the Gippsland Sports Academy school program.
- Deliver engaging, safe, and age-appropriate sessions that align with the Academy's athlete development philosophy.
- Liaise with school staff and the Executive Officer regarding session planning and attendance.

Program Coordination

- Monitor the overall Strength & Conditioning program to ensure all services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
- Ensure athlete participation, communication, and reporting requirements are maintained.
- Work collaboratively with sport program coaches and other service providers to maximise athlete outcomes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of the Academy's strength and conditioning services.

General Responsibilities

- Maintain current professional accreditation and relevant first aid qualifications.
- Comply with all Gippsland Sports Academy policies and procedures, including Child Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Privacy, and Code of Conduct.
- Maintain accurate records of athlete programs, attendance, and progress.
- Attend meetings as required.
- Represent the Gippsland Sports Academy professionally at all times.

Selection Criteria

Essential

- Relevant tertiary qualification in Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning, or a related field.
- Accreditation with a recognised skilled body (e.g. ASCA or ESSA), or equivalent.
- Experience designing and delivering strength and conditioning programs for developing athletes.




- Ability to interpret fitness testing data and prescribe appropriate training programs.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Current Working with Children Check.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Current Victorian Driver Licence.

Desirable

- Experience working within a high-performance sporting environment.
- Experience using athlete management software such as Lumin Sports.
- Experience working with adolescent athletes across a range of sports.

Key Performance Indicators

- Individual strength and conditioning programs provided to all allocated athletes.
- Monthly monitoring of athlete compliance through the Lumin Sports platform.
- Timely interpretation and reporting of athlete fitness testing results.
- Delivery of fortnightly school-based Strength & Conditioning sessions.
- High levels of athlete engagement and program participation.
- Effective communication with athletes, coaches, schools, and GSA staff.
- Strength & Conditioning services delivered efficiently and in accordance with GSA expectations.

Salary

Salary will be negotiated based on the successful applicant's qualifications and experience and will be paid in accordance with the relevant Sports Industry Award and all applicable employment legislation.

Applications

Applications should include:

- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
- Current résumé.
- Copies of relevant qualifications and accreditations.
- Contact details for at least two skilled referees.

The Gippsland Sports Academy is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive setting for all athletes and expects all staff to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and child safety.

Pay: $35.00 – $48.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1.0 – 8.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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