Your contribution

• Plan and deliver high performance sport science (biomechanics) servicing/programs that are evidence-based to QAS supported athletes that complement the Coach's developmental philosophy.
• Work collaboratively as part of a support team that creates a high performance environment to provide an integrated program based on the level and needs for QAS supported athletes.
• Provide regular feedback (verbal and formal) to the relevant stakeholders regarding athlete progress in relation to individual development priorities and sport program objectives.
• Contribute to the highest quality assurance standards relating to methods, equipment and equipment maintenance and utilise QAS approved systems for athlete programming, monitoring, reporting and data management.
• Stay informed and abreast of current advancement in sport science 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.
• Undertake supervision of staff (including junior Performance Scientists, interns and students) as requested plus assist with other supplementary roles, projects or duties as determined by management.

What we are looking for

Appointments in the public service are based on merit. Your skills for this role will be assessed against the Individual Contributor Workforce Capability Success Profile by looking at what you’ve undertaken previously and what knowledge, skills and learned experiences you can bring to the team and the role, including your personal qualities and your potential for development.  Your suitability for this role will be assessed against how you:

• Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge and strong skills in sports science, primarily biomechanics, and provide considered and supportive feedback to stakeholders. (Accountability)
• Understand the needs of stakeholders while responding to the requirements of elite coaches and athletes, who seek to be internationally competitive. (Vision)
• Manage internal and external relationships and work with an integrated approach with stakeholders in a high performance sport environment. Demonstrate the ability to influence development processes for elite athletes. (Results)
• Research and analyse information and generate and share creative ideas and suggestions for improvements to benefit elite athletes and coaches. (Vision)
• Focus on performance by setting priorities, organise yourself to meet deadlines and energetically approach challenges. Commit to achieving quality outcomes for the benefit of elite athletes and coaches. (Results)
• Take responsibility for your work by being self-directed and show resilience in times of uncertainty. (Vision)
• Commit to personal development and actively seek feedback to enhance effectiveness. (Accountability)

Qualifications

A degree qualification in sport and exercise science or agreed equivalent as determined by the Director-General is required.  Seek advice from the nominated contact officer before applying if equivalency needs to be assessed.

A post graduate degree in the specific fields would be highly valued.

If your qualification is from an overseas institution, you will need to have it assessed before the appointment can be finalised. For more information about obtaining official recognition of your overseas qualification, please contact the Qualifications Recognition Policy Unit of the Australian Government Department of Education: internationaleducation.gov.au/services-and-resources/services-for-individuals/qualifications-assessments/pages/qualification-assessment.

Blue card check:

• A blue card will be required where an employee carries out regulated employment under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000