Layne Flannery

I am a highly organised, reliable and hardworking professional with experience in manual handling, stock management, data entry and working in fast-paced environments. I have over a decade of practical experience working in gym and sporting environments, including responsibility for equipment management, stock taking, record keeping and maintaining safe, organised working environments. I also have previous senior experience in a newsagent, where I was responsible for stock ordering, receiving deliveries, packing orders and managing invoices.

Alongside my practical experience, I hold a PhD in Exercise and Sport Science, demonstrating a high level of organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively. I am a strong communicator who works well both independently and as part of a team, with experience making quick, collaborative decisions in busy and demanding environments.

Strength and Conditioning coach & Gym manager at The NSW Institute of Sport & Snow Australia (2023-10 – 2026-03)

• Regularly handled, moved and organised a wide range of heavy gym equipment and training materials, maintaining a safe and well-organised working environment.
• Coordinated testing and training schedules for athletes across multiple dates and time slots, ensuring sessions were organised efficiently and delivered on schedule.
• Worked closely with coaches, physiotherapists, wellness staff, administrators and sports managers, requiring clear communication and effective coordination across multiple stakeholders.
• Maintained accurate records and completed regular data entry using specialist testing equipment and Microsoft software.

Womens Pathways Strength and Conditioning coach at The Newcastle Knights Rugby Club (2017-11 – 2022-06)

• Managed training environments and equipment for groups of athletes, ensuring equipment was organised, maintained and safely used.
• Coordinated training schedules and worked collaboratively with coaches, physiotherapists, sports scientists and administrative staff.
• Managed multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced professional sporting environment.
• Maintained accurate records and entered training, performance and athlete monitoring data using various software systems.

Retail Assistant at Newsagency (2014 – 2021)

• Managed stock ordering and monitored inventory levels to ensure products were available and appropriately stocked.
• Received and organised deliveries, checking incoming stock and ensuring products were stored and presented efficiently.
• Managed invoices and associated paperwork, maintaining accurate records and ensuring orders were processed correctly.

Doctorate of Philosophy in Exercise and Sports Science – The University of Newcastle, Australia (2020-03 – 2025-12)

Bachelor in Exercise and Sports Science (Honours) – The University of Newcastle, Australia (2015-02 – 2018-12)