NSW Waratah’s Head Coach - Expressions of Interest

Rugby in Australia is embarking upon its most exciting era ever with, the home Rugby World Cups in 2027 & 2029, and the home Olympics in Brisbane in 2032.

The Waratah’s are seeking expressions of interest for the position of Waratah’s Head Coach.

The role is critical in in the Waratah’s pursuit to achieve its strong ambition of the Waratahs being a consistently winning and impactful rugby program.

One of the most prestigious roles in Australian sport, the key purpose of the Head Coach position is to:

• Lead the implementation of the Waratah’s identity on, and off field that leaves an enduring legacy for the game in NSW and Australia.
• Lead and be accountable for the Waratah’s team program, including the daily performance environment and coaching culture, which will lead to success.
• Ensure the Waratahs Men’s program is aligned internally with our player development pathways, and externally with the Wallabies HP objectives and coaching plans.
• Be the direct report for the Waratah’s Director of High-Performance in delivering a world class and sustainable winning Waratah’s team that significantly enhances the game of rugby in Australia.

The Head Coach position will also contribute to the growth and success of the game via quality stakeholder and community engagements and involvement in the Waratah’s strategy development and implementation as required.

Expressions of Interest close: 5pm Friday 24 July, 2026.

The Waratah's Head Coach is being managed exclusively by Sportspeople Recruitment via our global executive search team.

Scott Oakhill, Managing Director, Sportspeople Recruitment is available on +61 0408 258 337 for a confidential discussion.

All media enquiries should be directed to the NSW Waratahs.