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TARANAKI RUGBY FOOTBALL UNION - Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

 

Head Strength & Conditioning Coach 

The Taranaki Rugby Football Union was established in 1885 and is based at Stadium Taranaki in the heart of New Plymouth.

Taranaki Rugby is a proud provincial union with a strong rugby history built on community and culture across all levels of the game.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Head Strength & Conditioning Coach.

This position is responsible for the formulation, implementation, execution and evaluation of the Taranaki Rugby Strength & Conditioning strategy and the athletic preparation of the Yarrows Taranaki Bulls team and athletes. The position also manages training facilities operated by the TRFU inclusive of operational management and future facility revenue opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to come on board and join a collaborative team who have a vision to create memorable experiences through rugby.

Check out our website (www.trfu.co.nz) to see what we are all about!

 

JOB TITLE: Head Strength & Conditioning Coach 

PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for the formulation, implementation, execution and evaluation of the TRFU high performance strength and conditioning strategy; for leading the systems alignment, integration and effectiveness of the underpinning programs that contribute to the sustained success of the Yarrows Taranaki Bulls team and athletes; and to significantly contribute to the growth and success of the wider game in Taranaki. 

The position will also manage any training facilities operated by the TRFU including operations, asset management and revenue opportunities.

  • The Head Strength & Conditioning Coach is responsible for the provision and management of Strength and Conditioning services to:
  • Yarrows Taranaki Bulls athletes
  • Yarrows Taranaki Bulls wider training squad athletes
  • Other TRFU programmes led by the Pathways Strength & Conditioning Coach
  • Health and fitness of TRFU staff 

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strength and Conditioning Services          

  • Lead and implement Strength and Conditioning strategy for Yarrows Taranaki Bulls athletes and support the Pathways Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Strength and Conditioning strategy for Pathways athletes
  • Manage designated TRFU gym windows 
  • Liaise with the Head Coach, management staff and other members of the medical team to ensure there is a coordinated and planned approach to the physical preparation of the players for the team and athletes and to ensure those players' fitness levels meet team requirements
  • Attend all team training sessions and matches where applicable
  • Run all recovery and rehab/ prehab sessions in conjunction with physiotherapist and TRFU medical team for the players for the team following or during training and matches
  • Carry out regular fitness assessment and monitoring to track individual and team progress
  • Monitor training and game load and liaise with coaching staff on training recommendations for players based upon these findings
  • In conjunction with management co-ordinate team menus and the provide dietary and nutritional advice for players in the team
  • In conjunction with management prescribe and supply training supplements for the players as required and as necessary
  • Maintain the gym facility and equipment
  • Co-ordinate the warm up of the players for the team prior to gym, training and matches in association with the Head Coach
  • Ensure that all information such as fitness testing is recorded in the NZR Database and relevant training and assessment information is reported to the All Black (including 7’s & 20’s) and Super strength and conditioning coaches at the completion of the season through transition reports
  • In association with the Doctor and Physiotherapist, produce and maintain a record of the fitness levels and injury status of all the players in the team, and make that record available to members of the management team as required
  • Produce such reports as the team management and/or the NZR requires on matters including, but not limited to, the fitness of the players
  • Produce monthly and yearly plans including budget planning in partnership with the Head Coach and Team Manager
  • Attend workshops and briefing sessions as may be arranged or organised by the NZR and Chiefs at which the NZR and Chiefs considers Strength and Conditioners attendance to be desirable
  • Oversight of TRFU high performance science, technology and other high-performance innovations
  • Undertake such other Fitness Training responsibilities and tasks as reasonably required by NZRP or the NZR from time to time; and comply with all reasonable directions of NZRPA
  • Lead the management of any training facilities that the TRFU manage including but not limited to asset management, operational management and revenue opportunities

 

For a copy of the full Job description please email Shayna Dreaver shayna@trfu.co.nz

 

Applications close Wednesday April 2

 

 

 

 

TARANAKI RUGBY FOOTBALL UNION - Female Pathways Lead & Pathways Strength & Conditioning Coach

 

The Taranaki Rugby Football Union was established in 1885 and is based at Yarrow Stadium in the heart of New Plymouth.

Taranaki Rugby is a proud provincial union with a strong rugby history built on community and culture across all levels of the game.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Female Pathways Lead and Pathways Strength & Conditioning Coach.

This position is responsible for leading athletic preparation of Pathways athletes in Taranaki including Academy athletes and Central Roofing Taranaki Whio FPC athletes. This position is also the key point of contact for operations for the Female Pathways programme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to come on board and join a collaborative team who have a vision to create memorable experiences through rugby.

 

Check out our website (www.trfu.co.nz) to see what we are all about!

 

JOB TITLE: Female Pathways Lead and Pathways Strength & Conditioning Coach

PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for leading athletic preparation of Pathways athletes in Taranaki including Academy athletes and FPC athletes. This position is also the key point of contact for the Female Pathways programme.

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Focus: Strength & Conditioning

  • Lead the athletic preparations of Pathways athletes
  • Lead the athletic preparations of FPC athletes
  • Share the management of gym windows with other Strength & Conditioning resources 
  • Carry out regular fitness, body composition and strength assessments in line with NZR protocols
  • Liaise with TRFU medical and physiotherapy team regarding athlete injuries and their rehab and prehab programmes
  • Attend field sessions as required 
  • Facilitate load monitoring and operate player GPS results
  • Monitoring supplement usage and order as required
  • Lead return to play protocols for Pathways and FPC athletes 
  • Support Strength & Conditioning and general duties for all campaigns as and when required

 

Focus: Female Pathways Lead

  • Support the Pathways Manager to ensure the annual plan and scheduling is aligned for male and female athletes
  • Lead Academy Case Management for female athletes including athlete IPP’s, regular communication with the athlete and relevant parties and NZR reporting via Smartabase

 

Focus: Health & Safety

 

  • Keep an up to date First Aid Certificate
  • Regular checking of gym equipment for maintenance
  • Ensure inductions have been completed for all gym users including alarms, doors and windows to lock/unlock, safety use of equipment, cleaning protocol, evacuation, signing of gym waivers

 

For a copy of the full Job description please email Shayna Dreaver shayna@trfu.co.nz

 

Applications close Wednesday April 9