First Grade Coach

The Wingham Tigers DRLFC is excited to announce that we are seeking a passionate and dedicated First Grade Coach for the 2025 Season!

Role Purpose:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the most prestigious Club in the Group 3 division. Based in Wingham, NSW on the Barrington Coast, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role as a player, coach, recruitment, skill development, and management of our senior squads, with the ultimate aim of leading our Club as Captain Coach to victory in the Group 3 Premiership in 2025.

Role Responsibilities: 

Reporting directly to the Executive Committee of the Club, the First Grade Coach will have the responsibility to lead by example and embrace all aspects of coaching at a prestigious Club like Wingham. This includes developing and implementing a robust squad training program, focusing on player recruitment, retention, and coaching to enhance athletic performance and rugby league development at all levels within the Club. The chosen candidate will also be instrumental in fostering a winning, high-performance rugby league culture that inspires players to strive for greatness.

The ideal candidate should have the following:

  • Significant rugby league coaching experience or strong representative level playing in a high-performance program or equivalent. 
  • Minimum Level Senior Club Coach in Rugby League accreditation.
  • Demonstrated success in a similar coaching role or higher would be highly advantageous. 
  • Technical solid coaching knowledge and proficiency in utilising video review programs are essential.
  • Exceptional planning and time management skills. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral, are vital, particularly in the role of a confident public speaker.
  • Candidate to be an Australian Resident.

Position Term:

This is a fixed-term contract position for the 2025 rugby league season, with a further year option based on performance criteria. An attractive package will be offered to the successful candidate, and the role will not commence until after the 2024 Group 3 Rugby League season has been completed and a mutually agreed time.

How to Apply:

To apply, please address your application to the President, Wingham Tigers DRLFC. Submit your cover letter and resume via email to winghamtigers@outlook.com by 31 August 2024.

We look forward to welcoming a motivated and talented individual to our club!