Nuna Aqua Power (formerly known as _Ivanhoe Aqua Power_) \- part of the Nunawading Swimming Club , one of Australia's premier performance pathways - is seeking an outstanding full-time Head Coach to lead our Squad Program and drive continued success from junior development to national...
Nuna Aqua Power (formerly known as _Ivanhoe Aqua Power_) \- part of the Nunawading Swimming Club, one of Australia's premier performance pathways - is seeking an outstanding full-time Head Coach to lead our Squad Program and drive continued success from junior development to national representation. We have a proud history of producing Olympians, Paralympians and national age medallists. Based primarily in Ivanhoe, the squad program continues to grow rapidly, powered by a strong Learn-to-Swim foundation and talented athletes. This role offers the opportunity to:
- Lead and inspire a high-performance coaching team
- Shape a pathway from grassroots to elite success
- Strengthen performance through evidence-based athlete development
- Build strong community relationships and athlete engagement
- Contribute to the next generation of Australian talent
About the Role The Head Coach will lead Nuna Aqua Power's Squad Program and be accountable for creating a safe, sustainable and high-performance environment.
_Program Leadership_
- Design, implement and evaluate periodised plans across squads
- Ensure progression from development to high-performance pathways
- Apply contemporary physical and psychological coaching methods
_People & Collaboration_
- Mentor, supervise and develop coaching staff
- Exercise independent judgement and decision-making
- Partner with NSC leadership to ensure operational excellence
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Performance & Pathways_
- Coach athletes targeting State and National Championships
- Lead performance analysis, race planning and review cycles
- Foster talent identification and transitions into upper performance stream pathways
_Community & Club Engagement_
- Work collaboratively and often with a broad and experienced coaching team at Nunawading Swimming Club
- Promote positive club culture, participation and retention
- Maintain strong parent and athlete relationships
_Operational Accountability_
- Manage rosters, schedules and administrative compliance
- Contribute to resource and budget stewardship
- Ensure adherence to Child Safe Standards and organisational policies
About You _You bring:_
- Demonstrated experience developing national-level athletes throughout your coaching career
- A collaborative and disciplined coaching leadership style
- Strong communication with parents and stakeholders
- Skilled use of performance data and modern coaching technologies
_Essential Requirements_ (Per NSC Enterprise Agreement - Coach Level 3: Performance Coach)
- Swimming Australia Coaching Licence (from 2026)
- Advanced / Performance Coaching Accreditation (Swimming Australia)
- National-level coaching experience - minimum 3 years
- Valid Working With Children Check - Victoria
- HLTAID001 CPR and HLTAID003 First Aid
- SISSS00111 Pool Lifeguard qualification
- Regular professional development
- Must have existing Australian work rights as visa sponsorship is not available
_Additionally required by NSC Inc (policy-based requirements):_
- National Police Check (or ability to obtain) _Desirable_
- Strength & Conditioning qualifications
- Experience leading large squad programs
Our Commitment to Child Safety Nunawading Swimming Club is committed to the highest standards of child safeguarding, in line with national and Victorian Child Safe Standards. All employees must uphold these requirements and model safe behaviours at all times.
