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