Closing date: 30 July 2026
The role:
Full-time | Ongoing
The Rowing – Senior & Intermediate Squad Coordinator will lead the administration and management of the Senior & Intermediate Squad Program which includes coordinating training logistics, coaches and equipment allocation for all crews in those two squads. The coordinator will also assist with administration for program development, coach education and development, including the implementation of programs, and technical direction within the Senior & Intermediate Rowing programs.
Some of your primary duties and responsibilities will include the following:
- Develop and manage training programs.
- Communicate weekly plans to rowers and coaches.
- Oversee crew selection and maintain progress records.
- Monitor student wellbeing and coordinate support services.
- Schedule training times and manage boat allocations.
- Engage with parents, students, and coaches regularly.
- Support and guide coaches to enhance performance.
- Recruit new rowing talent, especially at Year 8.
- Plan rowing camps and attend championships.
- Ensure coaching consistency across programs.
- Assist with coach education, performance reviews, and recruitment.
- Promote the rowing program within the school and community.
The school
MLC is a leading independent girls' day and boarding school in the inner east of Melbourne. Our unmatched breadth of learning and wellbeing experiences and environments inspires and supports MLC students to find and nurture their individual interests and talents and achieve their best.
Known for our commitment to excellence and innovation in education combined with the unmatched breadth of our curriculum, co-curricular activities, and College resources ensures our students discover their strengths and interests, nurture their talents, forge their own paths and achieve their best.
MLC students are empowered to be confident and resilient global citizens who possess the skills, knowledge, and attitude to thrive throughout every stage of their schooling and in an ever-changing, globalised world.
About You
- Rowing Australia Level 1 Coaching Accreditation
- Recreational Motorboat licence
- Current Working with Children's Check (WWCC) Employee registration
- Current First Aid – Level 2 (HLTAID011), CPR (HLTAID009), Anaphylaxis (22578VIC) and Asthma (22702VIC) certifications, maintained in accordance with required renewal periods (CPR annually; others every three years).
- Proven results as a coach and/or school rowing coordinator
- Experience in coaching schoolgirl rowing teams
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Effective organisational and time management skills
- Acts professionally and maintains appropriate confidentiality
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency in relevant digital tools and administrative systems
- Appropriate qualification and demonstrated expertise in relevant technical areas
- Commitment to professional growth and reflective practice
- Alignment with MLC’s values and policies
- Right to work in Australia
- Adherence to all College policies and demonstration of behaviours in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
Desirable
- Light Rigid Vehicle Driver’s License
- RA Level 2 Rowing Coaching Qualification
For further information regarding this position, please reach out to
[email protected].
MLC puts child safety at the forefront and are committed to providing a child safe environment. The safety of our students is paramount and is the responsibility of all of our staff.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible, as early submissions will be reviewed and considered prior to the official closing date. 