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Strength and Conditioning Coach
Performance Support; Queensland Academy of Sport; Sport and Recreation; Uni of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
The Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) is on a bold journey towards Brisbane 2032 and beyond. Following the extraordinary success of Queensland athletes at the recent Olympic and Paralympic Games, we are now focused on delivering even more medal-winning moments through to Los Angeles 2028 and our home Games in 2032.
We are seeking talented, motivated individuals whose values and behaviours align with our team and culture. If you are passionate about high performance, committed to continuous improvement, and want to be part of something transformational, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.
Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Sport & Recreation |
| Classification | PO3 |
| Workplace Location | Sunshine Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/685855/26 |
| Closing date | 05-May-2026 |
| Job duration | 3 Years with possible extension |
| Contact person | Matt Hass |
| Contact details | Email: matt.hass@sport.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
As a Strength & Conditioning Coach, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of world-class strength and conditioning programs aimed at maximising the physical performance of nationally categorised athletes within QAS High Performance Swimming and Wheelchair Rugby programs on the Sunshine Coast.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
• Provide evidence-based strength and conditioning services to QAS High Performance Swimming and Wheelchair Rugby programs, coaches and QAS categorised athletes in line with each athlete's Individual Athlete Performance Plan (IAPP) which is aligned with their What It Takes to Win (WITTW) framework.
• Deliver specific and relevant performance testing and tracking/monitoring for QAS categorised athletes, providing timely feedback to the coaches, athletes and
Performance Support team members.
• Contribute to the development of IAPPs and assist in regularly reviewing the associated specific development priorities and performance metrics to measure progress.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary performance support team that creates a high-performance environment to provide an integrated program based on the level and needs for QAS supported Swimming and Wheelchair Rugby athletes. This includes spending an appropriate amount of time in the daily training environment (DTE) and attending weekly Performance Support team meetings.
• Regularly liaise with key internal and external stakeholders to collaboratively identify current sport specific S&C trends to deliver high quality integrated outcomes.
• Stay informed and abreast of current advancement in strength and conditioning training methodologies and technologies. This includes working collaboratively on approved applied research projects which contribute to the effectiveness of the coach and athlete in training and competition.
The QAS is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all athletes, children and young people that are involved in QAS supported sport programs.
We are committed to an environment where athletes from any background are heard, treated fairly and free from abuse.
More information regarding the QAS Safeguarding Statement of Commitment can be found on our website (https://www.qasport.qld.gov.au/about-qas/sport-integrity).
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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