Head Coach and Boatshed Manager

St Patrick’s College is a Catholic day and boarding school for boys in Years 7 to 12. Located in Ballarat, the College is beautifully resourced and widely recognised for its strong sense of community, exceptional staff and vibrant culture. As a school in the Edmund Rice Tradition, our mission is inspired by the Touchstones of Liberating Education, Gospel Spirituality, Justice and Solidarity, and Inclusive Community.

At the heart of our vision is a commitment to educating hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world. This vision is grounded in the College’s four pillars: Faith, Tradition, Excellence and Joy.

St Patrick's College is seeking an experienced and motivated Head Coach and Boatshed Manager to work collaboratively with the Coordinator of Rowing in delivering the College's rowing program and overseeing the effective operation of the boatshed and rowing fleet.

The successful applicant will provide high-quality coaching that supports student participation and development while fostering opportunities for performance at an elite schoolboy level. The role also oversees fleet maintenance, equipment, logistics and operational planning for training, intensives and regattas, ensuring all activities are conducted safely and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate rowing professional to make a significant contribution to a well-established and successful rowing program.

As a staff member at St Patrick’s College, you will join a dynamic and supportive professional community that values collaboration, initiative and a commitment to the holistic development of each student.

Applications via our website close Sunday, 26 July 2026.

St Patrick's College reserves the right to appoint to positions at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications.

Application Process

Step 1: Application to be submitted

Applications must include:

• Cover letter outlining the following:
  • your interest in applying for the role
  • a broad outline of experience, and;
  • responses to the Key Selection Criteria of the role
• Resume which sets out relevant work and study experience

Step 2: Panel Interview

St Patrick's College will select applicants who will progress to panel interview stage

Step 3: Reference Checking

Following panel interview, preferred candidates will be referenced checked

Step 4: Appointment

Interviewed applicants to be notified of outcome by phone and email

To discuss this role further, please contact Human Resources on 03 5331 1688 or jobs@stpats.vic.edu.au.

St Patrick’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The College holds the care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people as a central and fundamental responsibility.