The Olympic Winter Institute of Australia (OWIA) are seeking a dynamic and experienced Physical Preparation Coach to join the team!

• Be part of a world leading sporting organisation in an Olympic year leading up to the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games
• Work with top ranked athletes in the world in the final stages of their Olympic campaign
• Experience unique travel opportunities as a key member in the Aerial Skiing program
• Collaborate with elite athletes, coaches, and multidisciplinary performance teams, to contribute and make a meaningful impact on Australia’s Olympic outcomes

The Organisation

The Olympic Winter Institute of Australia (OWIA) has a proud tradition of supporting athletes in their sporting pursuits.  The objective and focus of the OWIA is the fulfilment of podium-calibre performances at World Cup, World Championship events and ultimately at the Olympic Winter Games.  The OWIA identity represents a strong tie to the Olympic family in Australia. 

Underpinning all OWIA operations are a strong set of core values that include Excellence; Health; Integrity; and Respect.  These values align with our fundamental principles and are embedded in the way we work, communicate, collaborate and make decisions.  

The Winter Olympic quadrennial is well underway, building toward the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympic Games. We have an exciting opportunity for a Physical Preparation Coach who shares our passion for high performance and organisational excellence to join the team.

The Team

The Australian Aerial Skiing Team is globally recognised as a high-performance powerhouse, consistently producing elite athletes who compete at the top level on the world stage. With a legacy of Olympic, World Championship and World Cup success, the program blends high end coaching, standards of excellence, and athlete-centric support to create a high-performance culture unlike any other.

At the heart of the program is a deeply collaborative environment where athletes, coaches, and support staff work closely together to achieve excellence. The team is renowned for its progressive approach to athlete support and technical progression, leveraging state-of-the-art training facilities at Sleeman Sports Complex, Chandler and a strong international network to keep athletes at the forefront of their sport.

The program is led by experienced and visionary coaches who bring together technical precision and creativity. Athletes benefit from personalised performance plans, robust multidisciplinary performance services, and tailored training blocks in world-class locations such as Finland, Utah and Switzerland.

The Australian Aerial Skiing team thrives on a values-driven culture of trust, hard work, and resilience. It’s a program where staff are genuinely valued, collaboration is encouraged, and where innovation is welcomed.

Working with the Australian Aerial Skiing Program means being part of a world-leading team pushing the boundaries of what's possible on the world’s biggest stage next February in Milano Cortina, Italy.

The Role

As an OWIA Physical Preparation Coach, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering world-class physical preparation services to elite athletes, empowering them to perform at their best.

You will be the primary physical preparation provider for the Aerial Skiing program, supported by a tight-knit and dedicated team predominately based in Brisbane, and a part of the Winter Sport National Performance Service Network.  

The primary focus of the role is on designing, implementing, and delivering cutting-edge physical preparation programs that support the achievement of Olympic outcomes next February.

Working closely with coaches, athletes, and support services, you will play an integral role in supporting program KPIs, enhancing athletic performance, and optimising recovery to achieve the program’s high-performance outcomes. Your expertise and energy will be critical in fostering a high-performance environment that supports athletes to thrive.

While predominately working with Aerial Skiing athletes, the role will also support other Winter Sport athletes accessing the Brisbane-based facility when required. 

For further details, please see the full Position Description.

About you

This role is perfect for a highly motivated and experienced professional with a strong background in strength and conditioning, particularly in working with elite athletes. You will need to be a creative problem-solver with a proven ability to develop and deliver tailored innovative, multidiscipline solutions that address complex performance challenges.

The ideal Physical Preparation Coach doesn’t need to come with Aerial Skiing-specific experience, but they do need to bring a sharp ability to learn quickly, think critically, and apply high-performance principles in a dynamic environment.

We're looking for someone who can rapidly understand the unique physical demands of aerial skiing - such as explosive power, spatial awareness, and landing resilience - and translate those into effective, individualised preparation strategies. Adaptability, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset are key. With strong foundations in athletic development and a commitment to continuous learning, the right coach will thrive in our team and have a meaningful impact on athlete performance and progression.

Success in this role will rely heavily on your interpersonal skills and ability to build and sustain relationships, as well as influence and negotiate with a range of stakeholders.

To excel in this role, you will bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Exercise, Health, Sport Science, or a related field, specialising in Physical Development (an undergraduate degree is essential; postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded).
• ASCA Professional Level 2 accreditation.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience providing strength and conditioning services to elite athletes.

In addition, you will need:

• Australian working rights.
• The ability to work on-site at the Sleeman Sports Complex, Chandler (ideally full time, but camps-based will be considered).
• A valid Working with Children Check (or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement).
• A valid driver’s licence.
• The flexibility to travel domestically and internationally to support athletes, programs and attend events.