Expression of Interest – Strength & Conditioning Coach

The West Coast Eagles is an iconic Australian sporting organisation with a proud history and a strong connection to our community. Since our inception in 1986, the Club has grown into one of the most recognised sporting brands in the country, underpinned by strong governance, commercial partnerships and a commitment to excellence on and off the field.

We are now seeking Expressions of Interest for a Strength & Conditioning Coach to join our Football Department.

Perks of working at the Club

The Club is based in a state-of-the-art training and administration facility in Lathlain. In addition to being part of a values-driven and collaborative environment, you’ll enjoy access to:

• Onsite gym, pool, café and free parking
• Access to West Coast Eagles home match tickets
• Special offers and discounts through Corporate Partners
• Fun and engaging social and club events
• Opportunities to support community and charity initiatives
• Professional development opportunities
• Access to the Club’s Health and Wellbeing Program

About the role

The Strength & Conditioning Coach is responsible for delivering and supervising advanced strength and conditioning programs for the Club’s athletes.  The role focuses on maximising physical performance, minimising injury risk, and preparing athletes to meet the demands of the AFL season.

Reporting to the High Performance Manager, this role will be responsible for:

• Designing, implementing and managing high-performance strength and conditioning programs for elite athletes,
• Monitoring training loads and adjusting programs to optimise performance, recovery and availability,
• Working closely with medical and rehabilitation staff to support end-stage return-to-play programs,
• Delivering non-weight bearing and alternative conditioning programs as required,
• Conducting physical testing and using data to validate and continually improve program effectiveness,
• Maintaining gym and cardiovascular equipment and supporting best-practice use of performance technology,
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders across High Performance, Medical and Football programs.

Our ideal person

This role would suit a highly motivated and technically proficient strength and conditioning professional with experience working in elite sporting environments. You will be adaptable, collaborative and comfortable working within the demands and unique hours of an AFL football program.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience programming for elite athletes
• Strong technical coaching skills, particularly in lifting technique
• High-level communication and relationship-building skills
• A strong work ethic and understanding of high-performance environments
• Experience with non-weight bearing and alternative conditioning methods
• A data-informed approach, including the ability to generate reports and translate insights into practice
• A strong understanding of contemporary training and performance literature

Qualifications and accreditation required:

• Bachelor of Applied Science (or equivalent)
• ESSA accreditation
• ASCA Level 3 (or equivalent)

How to register your interest

To submit your Expression of Interest, please include a current resume and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications close at 12 noon, Monday 18th May 2026. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the Club reserves the right to progress suitable candidates prior to the advertised close date.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities

At the West Coast Eagles, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, people of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People

The Club is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people who access our programs, services and facilities.