About the Opportunity The St George Illawarra Dragons are inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified Strength & Conditioning professionals to join our Pathways High Performance Program. We are seeking to identify practitioners to fill a number of roles across our junior representative teams, working with male and female squads aged 16-19, based at either our Wollongong or Kogarah locations. Roles available include: Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach - Minimum ASCA Level 2 accreditation Strength & Conditioning Coach - Minimum ASCA Level 1 accreditation This EOI process aims to build a high-quality S&C network that supports the physical development, performance, and long-term progression of athletes within the Dragons Pathway system. Role Overview Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach Lead the design and delivery of the physical preparation program Oversee gym and field-based conditioning aligned to the Dragons High Performance framework Monitor athlete workloads, physical testing, and performance data Collaborate with coaching, medical, and performance staff Provide leadership and guidance to athletes and support staff Strength & Conditioning Coach Assist in delivering structured strength and conditioning programs Focus on foundational athletic development and movement competency Support monitoring of training loads and athlete wellbeing Work closely with coaches to align physical development with on-field performance Key Responsibilities (Across Both Roles) Deliver age-appropriate strength, conditioning, and injury-prevention programs Implement best-practice athlete development principles Track and report on athlete progress and performance metrics Foster a positive, disciplined, and high-performance training environment Support talent development and progression within the Dragons Pathways About You We are looking for individuals who: Are passionate about developing young athletes in a high-performance environment Have experience working in team sport (preferably rugby league or similar) Demonstrate strong communication, organisation, and collaboration skills Understand long-term athlete development and youth physical preparation Are aligned with a professional, development-first philosophy Essential Requirements Lead S&C Coach: Minimum ASCA Level 2 accreditation S&C Coach: Minimum ASCA Level 1 accreditation Current Working with Children Check (NSW) First Aid & CPR certification Availability for training sessions and competition commitments Desirable Experience Relevant tertiary qualifications (Exercise Science, Sport Science, or similar) Experience in elite junior, academy, or representative programs Exposure to load monitoring, GPS, and athlete management systems Understanding of rugby league physical demands Why Join the Dragons Pathways? Opportunity to contribute to a leading NRL development system Work within an integrated high-performance environment Play a key role in preparing future NRL players Access to ongoing development and mentoring opportunities
