Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club – Rowing Coach II

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club is looking for high calibre individual to fill the position of Rowing Coach II. This position will report directly to the Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager.

This position will have a dual role split between rowing coaching and fleet management. Coaching will primarily take place at Middle Island, Deep Water Bay but also at other locations, like Shek Mun and Shelter Cove from time to time. The fleet management side will involve supporting the repair and maintenance of the Club’s fleet of rowing boats at multiple locations.

Coach Duties

1. Assist with the coaching of Adult Novice, Youth Development, Schools Rowing, Holiday camps and private lessons.
2. Actively participate in any other coaching at all levels and in all programmes.
3. To roster, manage and mentor junior and part-time Rowing Coaches. Provide direction, leadership and motivation to the team.
4.  Review the RHKYC Rowing safety policy quarterly with the coach team.
5. Actively promote the best interests of RHKYC Rowing with external parties, members and participants through relationship management.
6. Assist with planning and execution of RHKYC Rowing and Paddle Sports competitions.
7. Assist during race days including boat preparation and mark laying.

Fleet Caretaking Duties

1. Ensure rowing boats are rigged with correct spans and that oars are set to the correct collar lengths.
2. Ensure all Club boats are in serviceable condition through regular inspection, maintenance, and repairs.
3. Ensure that all spare parts and equipment are properly stored and inventoried. Keep the spare parts inventory log up to date and prepare parts orders when needed.
4. Assist with the planning and execution of regular maintenance days with members.
5. Regular communication with coach team and Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager to improve co-ordination of boat repairs and other requirements.
6. Ensure Boat Sheds and slipway areas are kept clean and that boat storage racks are well maintained.
7. Boat damage: report cases promptly to the Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager and help co-ordinate repair work.
8. Storm preparation: in the event of storms, secure the boathouse and ensure boats that are stored outdoors are properly tied down.
9. To perform such other duties as may be reasonably requested from time to time by the Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager and Head of Rowing Operations.

Requirements

• Recognized rowing coaching qualification (at least HKCRA/ UKCC Level 1 or equivalent)
• Over 5 years’ rowing experience at a high level (high school, university or club)
• Over 3 years’ coaching experience (university, juniors and novices an advantage)
• Willing to work on weekends, holidays and early mornings.
• Fluent in written and spoken English. Spoken Chinese or Mandarin is an advantage.
• Preferably with First Aid and HK Pleasure Vessel Operator Grade 2 Qualification.

A competitive package is offered and applicants should forward their CV, recent photograph and expected remuneration to the Human Resources Manager, RHKYC, Kellett Island, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong or email [email protected].

Salary: Depends on experience and qualification

Type: Full time of 44 hours per week

Application Dates: From Friday 31st May 2024 to Saturday 15th June 2024