Pathways Physiotherapist

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent. As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.

Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.

This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to join Cricket Australia in a newly created Pathways Physiotherapist role within our Cricket Department. This full‑time, fixed‑term position (2 years) will play a critical role in supporting the development, preparation and long‑term physical robustness of Australia’s future elite cricketers.

Working closely with Cricket Australia pathway programs, national pathway teams and State and Territory Cricket Associations, you will deliver best‑practice physiotherapy, injury prevention and rehabilitation services aligned to Cricket Australia frameworks and performance objectives. You will contribute to building consistent, evidence‑based approaches to player health and availability, supporting athletes as they progress through the pathway toward professional and international cricket.

The role is preferably based in Brisbane, however we are open to exploring alternate locations for the right candidate. National and international travel is required as part of the role.

Reporting to the Lead Physiotherapist, some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality, evidence-based physiotherapy services to Cricket Australia Pathway and representative programs, including on-tour support.

• Designing and implementing individualised injury prevention, management and rehabilitation programs to support player performance and long-term development.

• Coordinating player care across on-tour and off-tour environments, working closely with State and Territory performance staff.

• Providing expert advice on player workload management and injury risk to coaches, selectors and performance teams.

• Collaborating across Cricket Australia and State networks to ensure consistent, best-practice approaches to player health, monitoring and reporting.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 3 years’ experience delivering physiotherapy services in high performance sporting environments

• Current AHPRA registration and Professional Indemnity Insurance

• Accredited First Aid and CPR certification

• Titled membership of the Australian College of Physiotherapists and/or recognised Strength & Conditioning credentials (desirable)

• Demonstrated experience planning, monitoring and adjusting player workloads as part of an integrated high-performance team

• Strong ability to build relationships, collaborate across disciplines and influence without direct authority

• Experience working in cricket or sports with similar physical and workload demands (desirable)

• Ability to work effectively across geographically dispersed, federated performance environments (desirable)

• Experience designing and delivering strength and conditioning programs where dedicated S&C support may not be available (desirable)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:

• Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!

• A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)

• Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options

• A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

OUR CULTURE

Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, gender, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply. Our culture is founded on our values:

• Aspire

• Respect

• Lead together

Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact careers@cricket.com.au

Please submit your application via the link by 11:59pm Tuesday 30 June. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via X @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/