ABOUT THE CLUB

As the pioneers of the AFL, The Melbourne Football Club holds a special place in history. Our legacy dates back 165 years, when we wrote the rules of the game.  We became the inaugural VFA/VFL/AFL Club and still carry the distinction of being the oldest professional sporting club in the world. Our vision of the future has been shaped by the foundations of our past. A foundation which created the Demon Spirit.

At Melbourne, we’re proud. Proud of our rich history, proud of our values, with Trust, Respect, Unity, and Excellence at our core. Proud of our people, who live these values each and every day. Proud of our passion, our colours and our spiritual home. We’re proud to belong. 

Casey Demons Football Club is an aligned Club with the Melbourne Football Club and seen as an integral part of player development of MFC players and a great environment for the development of VFL listed players.

ABOUT THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for multiple Sports Trainers to join our AFLW/VFLW Medical Department for Season 2025. The role involves providing hand-on support to players, including massage and taping, to enhance their performance and recovery.

This is a casual position, commencing in Feburary of 2024. The successful applicants must be available to attend training sessions (up to 3 sessions a week in pre-season and 2 sessions in season) and match day in season, on either a Saturday or Sunday.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting directly to the Head Trainer, the key areas of responsibilities will include:

• Massage/Taping
• Player Hydration on game day/trainings
• Injury management
• Liaise with team doctor and other medical staff regarding player injuries

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of sports training experience at a similar level and hold a Level 1 Sports Trainer Certificate, along with current First Aid and CPR certifications. While a Diploma in Remedial Massage or Myotherapy is advantageous, it is not essential.

Strong organisational skills, professionalism and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are crucial for this role. You should also demonstrate the capacity to perform well under pressure, ensuring a high standard of care and support in a dynamic sporting environment.

PERKS & BENEFITS

This position presents the opportunity to work in our newly developed high-performance facility at Casey Fields, as well as AAMI Park, within the Melbourne & Olympic Park Sporting Precinct.

We provide a welcoming, safe, and flexible approach to work and provide an environment that benefits from and enables the best from everyone. Our people thrive within a club that is committed to a standard of excellence and supported by a culture of wellbeing and balance.

HOW TO APPLY

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit a cover letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close 18th December 2024. Please note that interviews may commence prior to closure date.

The Melbourne Football Club is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and diverse candidates. If you believe that you have the passion, dedication, and potential to contribute to our organisation but may not meet all the specified selection criteria, we still encourage you to get in touch with us. We recognise that talent comes in many forms and that unique skills and experiences can be valuable assets to our club.

Please note that due to the overwhelming number of applications received by the Club, we are unable to reply to every application. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People

Melbourne Football Club is committed to and takes seriously its responsibility to provide an environment for children and young people that is caring, nurturing and safe. We expect representatives of the Club, regardless of their role or level of responsibility, to act to safeguard children and young people, and support such an environment. 

This role will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check and a Victorian Working with Children Check.