Assistant Coach Griffith Swimming Club
Assistant Coach Griffith Swimming Club
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Job Description
Based at the Griffith University Gold Coast campus and the Griffith Swimming Hub at Southport the position is responsible for supporting the high-performance Griffith Swimming squad and in particular working closely with Swimming Australia in developing and implementing a high-performance coaching program. This position will focus on promoting a high-performance positive team culture assuring those associated with the programme flourish both as performance athletes and human beings.
This position will work in together with the other Griffith Swimming programs within the Griffith swimming club. Collaborating with the coaches to improve the development of all programs of athletes and enhancing pathways into each of the squads within the club.
As Assistant Coach Swimming youll take on complex local and global challenges using your skills and experience to drive meaningful change. Heres how youll make it matter:
- Assist in the planning and execution of daily training sessions developing individualised athlete training plans and contributing technical expertise across specialist training areas.
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure a coach-led athlete-centred approach that integrates performance science periodisation planning and digital tools to support athlete development.
- Assist with the coordination of training schedules camps competitions and performance meetings while using digital platforms for effective communication and data management.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners including Griffith University Swimming Australia and QAS to foster a connected high-performance environment.
- Role model high-performance behaviours and support a welcoming and growth-oriented culture championing the values of Swimming Australia and contributing to team cohesion and innovation.
- Engage in ongoing learning contribute to the programs technical and cultural growth and align with the Head Coachs vision to support national performance objectives and Olympic cycle planning.
About you
What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence ethics and engagement youll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact youll have on every community and every future.
You will also have:
- A Swimming Australia Advanced Coach Accreditation or international equivalent with a minimum of 5 years experience in an elite athlete coaching position or equivalent relevant experience.
- A satisfactory working with children check and police/criminal record check.
- An understanding of the Swimming Australia Anti-Doping Policy and the Swimming Australia Safe Sport Framework and ensure the High-Performance Squad program operations are conducted in accordance with that policy and that framework.
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver individualised training programs within a high-performance environment underpinned by a coach-led athlete-centred and expert-supported philosophy.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with multidisciplinary teams (including performance support staff Swimming Australia and QAS) build stakeholder relationships and contribute to a connected and engaged team culture.
- Proficiency in using digital tools for training planning communication and data analysis with the ability to evaluate performance platforms and contribute to continuous improvement across the program.
What we can offer
This is a fixed term (until 31 December 2028) full time position primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.
Griffith Universitys sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
Salary Range
A competitive salary package is available for the successful candidate.
Additional Information :
Additional Information
Why join Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities
How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the about you section above and the position description)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
For further information specifically about this role please contact Naomi McCarthy Director Griffith Sports College at or Teagan Colgan General Manager Performance Swimming Australia at .
For application and recruitment advice please contact Corinna Gartrell Talent Acquisition Partner at .
For application support please contact People Services onand quote reference number REF8268F.
Closing date: Friday 15 August 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.
Remote Work :
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Employment Type :
Contract
Employment Type
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