Tim Sheens has been given the task of reclaiming the Rugby League World Cup held by New Zealand after being reappointed for a fifth term as Kangaroos coach.

Yet to settle his NRL future with Wests Tigers after being sacked as their head coach and replaced by Mick Potter, veteran Sheens will also have a new part-time role assisting the national high performance program.

Sheens’ record at the helm of the Kangaroos is strong, with only one loss in 18 Tests, and he may get the chance to avenge that defeat to the Kiwis in the 2010 Four Nations final when his men contest the World Cup in the United Kingdom late next year.

“The Kangaroos have a proud history in the World Cup, winning nine of the 13 tournaments ever contested, so bringing the 2013 trophy home from the UK is my key focus,” Sheens said.