Current Vacancies

Head Coach - NSW Waratahs

  • Head Coach, NSW Waratahs - NSW Rugby HQ (Daceyville)
  • Expressions of Interest close 18 June, 2024

The NSW Waratahs are seeking EOI from suitably experienced candidates for the Head Coach, NSW Waratahs.
The role reports to the Director of Performance.

The key focus of the role includes:

  • Take the lead role in selecting and managing players, staff, and the coaching team, ensuring sustainable on-field success and the achievement of the organisation's vision.
  • Coach the team to a high standard of excellence both on and off the field, demonstrating significant improvement over the season and enhancing the reputation of NSW Waratahs and their competitions.
  • Provide leadership for the NSW Waratahs coaching system by setting an example through best practices as the Waratah Head Coach.

Key responsibilities:

  • Leadership
  • Squad Selection, Team Selection & Preparation, and Player Retention
  • Team Method
  • Effective Team Training
  • Discipline
  • Player Development and Appraisal
  • Developing Strong Relationships with:
    • NSW Waratahs - Rugby Australia - Premiership Relationships
    • Media
    • Referees
    • Commercial, Sponsors and Administration

Candidates will need to demonstrate their ability to achieve these key outcomes:

  • The best Rugby program in Australia within 3 years (2027)
  • Successful coaching of the Waratahs principles of game style (‘The Waratah Way’) resulting in Super Rugby performances & success.
  • High levels of staff and player satisfaction – as demonstrated through recruitment and retention programs.

Expressions of Interest close: 5pm 18 June, 2024. 

The Head Coach, NSW Waratahs is being managed exclusively by Sportspeople Recruitment via our global executive search team.

Scott Oakhill, Managing Director, Sportspeople Recruitment is available on +61 0408 258 337 for a confidential discussion.

All media enquiries should be directed to the NSW Waratahs.

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