Melbourne Storm is an Australian professional rugby league club playing in the National Rugby League (NRL) competition.  We are the only NRL team based in Victoria and have experienced substantial growth and success in our short history.

About the role

Reporting to the GM - Performance, an opportunity exists for a highly motivated Performance Coach to join our focused and dedicated high performance unit. This full time, fixed-term role will specialise in the areas of rehabilitation and S&C, while assisting across all areas of physical preparation to ensure all Melbourne Storm players that are injured return to training effectively and play at an optimal level of performance.

The successful applicant will be required to work closely with internal stakeholders, including the Physiotherapy and Performance teams, across rehabilitation training as well as reconditioning, recovery, strength and speed, functional development and testing and assessment.  They will assist in the development of injury prevention programs for all NRL players, as well as support NRL skills, strength and running sessions, as required.

Key accountabilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Working under the direction of the GM – Performance and the Head Physiotherapist, design & implement rehabilitation programs for injured players in line with the Physical Performance and Coaching team’s philosophy.
• Holding responsibility, alongside the Assistant Physiotherapist, for the implementation and communication of all rehabilitation and reconditioning training programs whilst ensuring programs maintain continuity and flow through the player rehabilitation journey.
• Scheduling and co-ordination of the injured player’s training and rehabilitation schedule within the framework of the NRL training program, in conjunction with the Assistant Physiotherapist.
• Working collaboratively with all Performance staff to ensure Melbourne Storm players are ‘ready to play’ and ‘ready to perform’ by providing comprehensive reconditioning programs.
• Co-designing & implementing functional development & injury prevention training programs.
• Working with the Assistant Physiotherapist to develop and drive testing and assessments measures that help monitor the status and progress of players in rehabilitation.
• Working collaboratively with the GM – Performance and Head Physiotherapist, and other stakeholders to ensure a multi-faceted approach to all injuries through initial, mid and late-stage rehabilitation, including the involvement of coaching, medical, athletic performance and nutrition staff as required.
• Attending and assisting home game match days when required, as well as assisting with post-game recovery.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Sports Science, Human Movements, or similar qualifications
• ASCA Level 2 qualifications, or the desire to gain these upon employment.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in elite sports and athletes, with preferably some experience in a Football / team environment.
• A strong work ethic and willingness to work within a team environment.

In return the role will provide opportunity and benefits whilst working in one of the premium sporting clubs in Australia.

We are proud to employ people who share the Club’s vision for performance excellence, in whatever role they have been engaged to perform, both on and off the field.  Our Club Values of Accountability, Hard Work, Respect, Family and Passion underpin all that we do, and how we do it. We aim to create a working environment that provides challenges and rewards that bring out the best in people and fosters the “purple pride” within! 

What we offer

• Access to additional days of gifted leave each year
• Free parking onsite
• Gym and pool access 
• Paid Parental Leave for Primary and Secondary Caregivers
• Free access to all Melbourne Storm home games + additional tickets for friends and/or family. 
• Tickets to Storm Player of the Year Award, Life Members Dinner, Christmas Party and many other nominated Club events 
• Dedicated internal employee Wellbeing and Engagement program
• Discounts from Storm partners
• Access to an annual Flu Vaccine and skin checks
• Internal Professional Development opportunities 

How to Apply

Please submit your written application, including a cover letter and current CV, addressed to Lachlan Penfold, directly via Employment Hero using the following link: https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/melbourne-storm-rugby-league-club-performance-coach-rehabilitation-and-strength-conditioning-n0qaw/

For further information, please contact people@melbournestorm.com.au.

Applications close 5pm, Saturday 21 November 2026. 

Melbourne Storm values diversity and inclusion and we embrace individual difference.  We encourage all suitable applicants to apply for this role, including First Nations peoples.

Please note that the successful candidate will need to meet NRL accreditation requirements, and all employment is subject to a National Police Record clearance and valid Working with Children Check. Our organisation is committed complying with Child Safety Standards

We regret that we are unable to accept recruitment agency applications.