New Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has secured his first major signing in the job.
Rugby Australia on Friday morning confirmed long-time respected mentor Laurie Fisher will join the national men's set-up as one of Schmidt's assistant coaches.
It comes barely a year after Fisher, 65, was sacked by controversial former coach Eddie Jones.
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After being the first staff member axed under the Jones regime, he has now been the first hired under incoming coach Schmidt.
"It's a genuine privilege to get another opportunity to work with the Wallabies," Fisher said in a statement.
"I'm really excited to work alongside Joe and the team he puts together, which I know will be of the highest quality.
"There's no doubt there's a lot to do and I'm looking forward to doing my bit to contribute to the growth of the team and resurgence of Australian Rugby."
Fisher spent 18 years coaching the ACT Brumbies in the Super League.
He's also been in charge of Australia's under 21 team previously, as well as with Munster in Ireland and Gloucester in England.
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"Laurie brings a wealth of experience to the role and is highly respected around the rugby world," Schmidt said.
"Having worked with (new skills coach) Eoin (Toolan) in Ireland I know he will bring a strong attention to detail and be a very positive addition to the staff and wider team."
Fisher will officially start with the Wallabies in April.
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