Hawthorn legend Dermott Brereton will join St Kilda this week as a specialist coach.

The five-time premiership winning centre half-forward will work specifically with the Saints’ key position players.

General Manager of Football Simon Lethlean said Brereton’s knowledge and expertise would be invaluable for the Saints.

“We’re excited to add another really experienced and successful football person to our group,” Lethlean told saints.com.au.

“Dermie’s regarded highly for his knowledge and technical skills, and he will work directly with our key position players to help their development.”

Brereton will spend one day per week at RSEA Park and joins Brett Ratten, Brendon Lade, Jake Batchelor and Billy Slater as new inclusions to the coaching group.