Join the team at Gymnastics Victoria and play a key role in shaping the future of gymnastics in Victoria.
The Men’s Artistic Gymnastics High Performance Program (MAG HPP) Coach supports the development of talented athletes, providing training opportunities for MAG athletes with a drive the excel in gymnastics, in alignment with Gymnastics Victoria’s high-performance pathways. Based at the State Gymnastics Centre, this role collaborates closely with Victorian clubs to ensure athletes maintain strong connections with their representative clubs while accessing elite-level coaching and training hours.
The MAG High Performance Program (HPP) provides gymnasts with a structured pathway toward State and National representation. Athletes typically train 20–26 hours weekly for approximately 50 weeks per year, with sessions scheduled on weekday afternoons, Saturday mornings, and early mornings. The program’s entry process includes athlete assessments, consultations with the Head Coach, and formal offers of placement.
By joining our team, the MAG HPP Coach will contribute to the growth and success of athletes striving to achieve their goals at the State and National level in a supportive and high performance environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic:
- Provide exceptional coaching for a squad of gymnasts aiming for State and National team selection.
- Implement training programs aligned with squad needs and athlete goals, as directed by the Program Head Coach.
- Lead and coach the MAG State Development Squads with excellence and dedication.
- Proactively pursue opportunities to represent Victoria in MAG gymnastics.
Stakeholder Engagement and Relationships:
- Gymnastics Victoria MAG HPP athletes.
- Parents of athletes in the MAG HPP program.
- Victorian gymnastics clubs and technical members involved in competitive MAG programs.
- Gymnastics Australia HP MAG staff and other relevant team members.
- Skilled in collaborating within a high-performing team environment.
Operational and Administrative:
- Support the Head Coach in developing and implementing athlete performance plans.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Teams and SharePoint.
- Committed to fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Holds a current Workplace First Aid certification.
- Possesses a valid Working with Children Check.
Values Alignment, Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
- Essential: Minimum age of 18, current Technical Member of Gymnastics Australia, Advanced Silver coaching accreditation, extensive knowledge and experience working within gymnastics, First Aid and CPR qualification, exceptional interpersonal, relationship building, and communication skills. Working with Children Check, and willingness to obtain necessary checks.
- Preferred: Experience leading and motivating diverse teams, judging accreditation, sport or business tertiary qualification.
Commitment to Child Safety:
- Adhere to child safety policies, promptly reporting any concerns.
Hours, Remuneration, and Benefits:
This is a permanent part-time position with the opportunity for it to extend to full-time employment for the candidate with the appropriate skills, delivered within the State Gymnastics Centre. The position will be working Monday to Saturday during coaching session hours between 4 - 8 pm, with days and hours adjusted as required to accommodate coaching at events on the weekends.
