Coach, Endurance Cycling in Sydney

The NSWIS Endurance Cycling Coach is responsible for delivering high performance coaching within the NSWIS Endurance Cycling Program. Working with the support of NSWIS and AusCycling mentors, the coach will aim to drive consistent and progressive performances at national and international level for NSWIS scholarship athletes across the road, track, para and mountain bike cross-country disciplines.

Working under the leadership of the NSWIS High Performance Manager, the role is accountable for planning, coordinating and delivering the day-to-day activities of the NSWIS Endurance Cycling Program. The coach works collaboratively with the High Performance Network Head Coach, National Mountain Bike Coach, performance support staff and mentors to:

• optimise the holistic development of performance and performance pathway cyclists through individual performance planning, integrated performance support and coaching;
• support athlete progression and selection into national teams and high performance pathways;
• contribute to the development of athletes prepared for the demand of international competition.

This role may be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis, with an annual salary range of $88,610 - $93,928 plus superannuation, which will be paid pro-rata for hours worked. The contract period for this role is up to 31 December 2028 in line with the Olympic and Paralympic cycle.

This position requires a Working with Children Check.

You will bring to our team:

• Successful campaign delivery at a State/National level
• Experience with devising and executing a long-term periodised plan to guide the development of pre-emerging / talent / emerging international athletes
• Experience working in international / domestic high performance sport environments, developing high potential performers into potential podium / podium performers
• Demonstrated knowledge of international high performance best practice, including awareness of developing trends in coaching technique, skill development, program growth and long-term holistic development
• Experience in building and driving partnerships to better achieve shared high performance development outcomes
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire, and collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including athletes, coaches and parents.
• Up to date with current trends in coaching science and practice that contribute to athlete success
• Understanding the key levers for high performance delivery to achieve national/international success
• Understanding how to effectively leverage support services for national/international success in a ‘restricted resource environment’
• Knowledge of talent pathway considerations and associated athlete success profiles for stages of the pathway
• Awareness of frameworks and tools that promote continuous improvement for work teams and individual contributors
• Knowledge of the Australian High Performance Sport Systems
• Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of MS Office and other sports specific computer programs
• Minimum AusCycling Development Coach accreditation (Advanced preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• SIA (PBTR) Child Protection and Safeguarding
• First Aid and CPR Certificate

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.

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.

If you would like to enquire about the role contact Andy Burns at **********@nswis.com.au.