Professional A-League club Wellington Phoenix are seeking to appoint a strength and conditioning specialist for their academy.
In their description of the role, the club says its head of academy strength and conditioning “plays a crucial role in enhancing the physical performance and overall fitness of football players within the academy.
“This position requires a deep understanding of football-specific strength and conditioning principles, as well as the ability to design and implement comprehensive programmes that align with the developmental needs of young athletes.
“As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the head of academy strength and conditioning will take the lead overseeing and implementing the academy performance programme (U-3-U21 male and female).”
Key responsibilities
- Lead in the delivery of all academy S&C/sports science support across all teams, in line with the club’s physical performance philosophy. Ensuring athletic development sessions for all age groups are specific and individualised where possible.
- S&C: Design and implement periodised strength and prehabilitation programmes.
- Sport science: Record and analyse all scientific data collated from the athletes within the programme.
- Collaboration with coaching staff.
- Injury prevention.
- Research and innovation.
- Leadership and mentorship.
- Communication.
Qualifications (required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Strength and Conditioning, or a related field.
- Australian Strength & Conditioning Association (ASCA Level 2, Associate).
- First Aid certificate.
- Full driver’s licence.
- Ability to work Monday to Sunday (subject to the requirement of the business).
- Extensive experience (minimum 3+ years) in designing and implementing strength and conditioning programmes for football players, preferably at the academy or professional level.
How to apply
To apply, email your CV and covering letter to phoenixadmin@wellingtonphoenix.com with the subject line: WPFA Head of Academy Strength & Conditioning Application.
The advertisement for this role was first published in mid-January 2024.
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