Contract/temporary; training and match-day commitment, hours not specified
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Closing Date
6 November 2026
Job Summary
Plan and deliver the West Adelaide SANFLW high-performance programme across pre-season, training and competition. Develop running, conditioning and strength programmes with an emphasis on lower-limb robustness and physical readiness. Attend training and matches, lead warm-ups and recovery, and work with physiotherapists and doctors on reconditioning and return-to-play. Monitor GPS, workload, wellness and player availability, providing practical reports to coaches and football staff. Support volunteers and student placements and align women’s physical preparation with club pathways.
Level 6. Takes responsibility for designing and reviewing the SANFLW women’s physical-preparation programme, including running conditioning, strength, recovery, GPS, athlete wellness and return-to-play support. Coordinates coaches, medical staff, volunteers and placements within a defined team programme but does not have confirmed club-wide strategic authority. The employer accepts a completed or nearly completed relevant tertiary degree, whereas the associated IUSCA Level 6 certification requires completed degree-level scientific education. ASCA Level 1 accreditation or higher is desirable, not essential.
Associated IUSCA IQF Certification
IUSCA IQF Level 6 Accredited International Strength and Conditioning Practitioner (aISCP)
Salary and Role Alignment
Grey. The salary and contracted weekly hours are undisclosed, so salary alignment cannot be fully assessed. IUSCA Indicative Minimum Salary Benchmark: AUD $95,000 per year full-time equivalent plus superannuation, pro rata for contracted hours, reflecting Level 6 programme autonomy, SANFLW match commitments, sports-science monitoring and rehabilitation collaboration. Evening and weekend attendance and any casual loading should be addressed in the actual contract.
This role has been classified by IUSCA using publicly available information at the time of review and the published IQF Role Classification & Salary Alignment methodology. The IQF classification, salary alignment assessment and associated IUSCA IQF certification represent IUSCA's assessment of the advertised role. They do not alter or replace the employer's stated qualification, certification or eligibility requirements and do not imply employer endorsement, approval of, or affiliation with IUSCA. Vacancy information may change, and applicants should review and verify the original employer advert before applying.
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SANFLW High Performance Manager in Adelaide employer: IUSCA
Melbourne Fitness & Performance is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in West Footscray that fosters both personal and professional growth. With a focus on high-performance training and rehabilitation, employees benefit from a collaborative culture, competitive remuneration, and the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of professionals committed to athlete development. This role not only allows for meaningful engagement with athletes but also provides pathways for career advancement within the fitness industry.
