- Two strategic leadership positions
- Lead the success of the Australian gymnastics team on the world stage
- Provide vision and leadership for WAG or MAG high performance gymnastics in Australia
- Enhance performance and wellbeing in partnership with athletes, coaches and clubs
- MAG Lead - Canberra based, with significant travel
- WAG Lead - Flexible location (Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra or Brisbane preferred)
Gymnastics in Australia includes the disciplines of Acrobatics, Aerobics, Gymnastics For All, KinderGym, Parkour, Men’s Artistic, Rhythmic, Trampoline, and Women’s Artistic. Providing services to 500+ clubs, 7000+ accredited coaches and judges, 800,000+ participants, and gymnastics fans, the Gymnastics Australia (GA) team is comprised of gymnastics experts, sport management and business leaders. With the head office located in the thriving sports precinct at Albert Park in Melbourne, GA also hosts National Training Centres at the AIS in Canberra and in Brisbane that work to facilitate high performance pathways and support Australian gymnasts to compete at international benchmark events including World Cups, World Championships, the Commonwealth Games and the Olympic Games.
To help shape the future of Australian gymnastics, we are conducting a global search for two newly created strategic leadership positions:
- Women's Artistic Gymnastics National Coaching and Performance Lead
- Men's Artistic Gymnastics National Coaching and Performance Lead
Reporting to the General Manager of High Performance and Wellbeing, the National Coaching and Performance Leads are key leadership positions within Gymnastics Australia, tasked with driving high-performance strategies and development of the WAG or MAG National Program. The roles are critical in positioning Australian gymnastics for success at the LA 2028 Olympic Games, while laying the foundation for continued excellence at the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
These are not traditional coaching roles. They are strategic leadership positions, requiring a clear vision for the future of gymnastics in Australia and the ability to execute complex programs with a system-wide approach. Significant WAG or MAG technical expertise is required, paired with strong, inspirational and collaborative leadership skills to guide a team of world class coaches with wellbeing at the forefront.
These positions require strong leadership and strategic oversight, coordinating high-performance projects, engaging with clubs and coaches, and enhancing athlete capabilities to secure podium success on the international stage. With a focus on both short-term results and long-term sustainability, the roles are responsible for developing and nurturing a well-structured athlete pipeline, optimising athlete training environments, and fostering a performance culture aligned with Gymnastics Australia’s Inspire 2032 strategy.
The ideal candidates will bring proven experience in WAG or MAG high-performance coaching and leadership at a national or international level, with a track record of developing and implementing successful high-performance strategies. A deep understanding of the needs of athletes, coaches, and the broader high-performance gymnastics community, combined with the ability to lead and inspire others, is critical. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, alongside a commitment to athlete wellbeing and development, will ensure alignment with the overarching goals of Gymnastics Australia.
This is an exciting opportunity for two world class coaches to drive the success of Australian Men’s and Women's Artistic Gymnastics teams on the world stage, working towards Brisbane 2032.
The WAG & MAG National Coaching and Performance Leads, Gymnastics Australia search and recruitment process is being managed exclusively by Sportspeople Recruitment.
In the first instance general enquiries should be directed to Scott Oakhill on +61 408 258 337 or FREECALL AUSTRALIA 1800 634 388 or +61 2 9555 5000.
