Richmond’s Physical Performance Manager, Peter Burge, will depart the Club at the end of the season to pursue an opportunity at another AFL club.

Burge arrived at Richmond at the conclusion of the 2012 season and has been a key part of three premiership-winning seasons and seven finals campaigns.

The former track and field Olympian has nearly 20 years of AFL industry experience, including previous stints at Hawthorn and St Kilda.

Richmond General Manager- Football Performance, Tim Livingstone thanked Burge for his valued contribution to Richmond across 10-years.

“Peter’s expertise has helped our coaches and entire football program throughout a successful period in our Club’s history," he said.

"He will remain in his role for the rest of this season as we look for a strong final five rounds and beyond. We wish Peter and his family all the best for his next challenge.”

Burge thanked the Club for the faith put into him.

"Richmond is a great place to work and the playing group has been unbelievably supportive throughout my 10 years," he added.

"For my time here to have culminated with some success is something I am very grateful for."