Strength and Conditioning Coordinator

Company description:

The AFL is Australia's premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania.

As the AFL/ AFLW competitions continue to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry.

Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the 'grassroots' of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game.

The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.

Job description:

ABOUT US

As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game - from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game for everyone to love and connect with Australia's game.

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

ABOUT THE ROLE - This is a fixed term role, approximately 10 hours per week

The Strength & Conditioning Coach (Female Pathways) will lead the physical preparation of players in the NT Talent Academy female programs. The role is fundamental in creating an elite, supportive training environment that allows talented female athletes to reach their full potential.

Key Relationships

• Talent Manager - NT
• NT Talent Academy Head Coach (Female)
• Regional Development Coaches (Central Australia, Big Rivers, Barkly)
• Casual Strength & Conditioning staff across the NT
• Medical and performance consultants (physiotherapists, doctors, trainers)

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

Key Accountabilities:

Strength & Conditioning

• Design and deliver progressive, age-appropriate strength and conditioning programs for female pathway athletes.
• Implement tailored pre-season and in-season conditioning programs to optimise performance.

Sports Science

• Use internal (Smartabase) and external (GPS) load monitoring tools to track athlete performance and inform training adjustments.
• Provide performance feedback to the High-Performance Lead and pathway coaches.

Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation

• Collaborate with medical staff to design and support rehabilitation and return-to-play programs for injured athletes.
• Deliver preventative strength and mobility programming to minimise injury risk.

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER

Core Competencies:

• A degree in Exercise Science (or equivalent).
• ASCA Level 1 S&C Accreditation (Level 2 preferred).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including two training nights and game days on weekends.
• Current Working with Children Check (Ochre Card) or ability to obtain one prior to starting
• Demonstrated personal initiative

Desirable:

• Experience with Catapult GPS software and athlete monitoring technology. This is a critical role for the AFL industry and is responsible leading the development and delivery of strategies that promote First Nations engagement and inclusion within the AFL industry.

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Applications Close: 9 November 2025