Senior Strength & Conditioning Practitioner – Winter in Jindabyne

Join the NSW Institute of Sport – Where exceptional people create exceptional performance.

About the role:

The Senior Strength and Conditioning Practitioner will lead the S&C servicing for the National Para Winter Sport Program, providing world-class technical expertise for athletes within the Para Alpine Skiing, Para Snowboarding and Para Cross Country disciplines. In addition, the Senior S&C Practitioner will provide support to targeted national ski and snowboard park athletes. The role will contribute to improved athlete and program performance by providing expert advice, practical support and integrated input as part of a multidisciplinary performance team. The position will be based at the National Snowsports Training Centre (NSTC) in Jindabyne, and the successful candidate will manage the NSTC Strength and Conditioning Facility, including equipment, technology, daily operations and maintenance, ensuring the facility remains quality assured, functional and ready for high-performance training. The Senior Strength and Conditioning Practitioner will contribute to the professional development and mentorship of the Snow Australia Strength and Conditioning Coach based at the NSTC. As required, the role may also provide backfill for NSTC camps, teams, groups and local community athletes. This is a full-time position, attracting a salary range of $124,055 – $129,371 plus superannuation. The contract period for this role is up to 30 June 2030 in line with the Winter Olympic cycle. This role requires a valid NSW Working with Children Check.

About you:

• 6+ years, full-time experience in the provision and application of strength and conditioning support, and proven experience interacting with high-performance coaches and athletes through both face-to-face and remote service provision.
• 2+ years demonstrated experience in the management and/or supervision of staff.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring, supervising or providing professional development support to strength and conditioning staff.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, plan and deliver multi-discipline solutions to complex performance problems.
• Demonstrated experience of planning and periodising athletes across seasons/campaigns.
• Extensive experience in working in a performance environment encompassing project and research work.
• Demonstrated ability to modify and develop programmes according to the results of a needs analysis including athlete assessment, muscular-skeletal, dynamic profile and injury history, in conjunction with the technical coaches and other support staff, while adhering to first training science principles.
• Highly competent to apply the principles of long-term athletic development within context of system and pathway, as well as programming and planning.
• Highly developed communication skills (including interpersonal, negotiation, influencing and representation) and a proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships both internally and externally with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of MS Office and other sports specific computer programs (VCP & SmartaBase desirable).

Essential Requirements:

• Honours or Master’s degree in Exercise, Health, Sport Science or related field, specialising in Physical Development.
• ASCA Professional Level 2 S&C Accreditation or international equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s Licence.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• First Aid and CPR Certificate.

Working at NSWIS:

The NSW Institute of Sport [NSWIS] is a high performance sporting organisation that supports exceptional athletes and inspires NSW communities. We reach all regions of NSW with an Olympic and Paralympic training facility based at Sydney Olympic Park and high performance hubs across NSW that provide world leading daily training environments. Our experts work in collaboration with national sporting system partners to deliver high performance support services and environments to prepare athletes and coaches for international competition. NSWIS plays an integral part in Australia’s High Performance 2032+ Sport Strategy – Win Well. We are committed to building an inclusive and sustainable sporting system that is athlete focused, exceptionally led and purposefully collaborative. We ensure athlete safeguarding is prioritised and that the integrity of sport is embedded in our organisation.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information about the NSW Institute of Sport please visit nswis.com.au. NSWIS is committed to child safeguarding. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Commitment to Diversity:

The NSW Institute of Sport is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects our community, sport partners and athletes. We encourage applications from suitable candidates including; of all ages, genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, veterans, refugees, LGBTIQ+ community and people with disability. The NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSWIS recruitment/interview process, then please email brayn@nswis.org.au and let us know.