TYSON EDWARDS will not coach at Port Adelaide in 2016 after the Power advised him that his contract would not be renewed for a fifth season.

The former Crows player joined Port at the end of 2011 as a development coach before being given custody of the Power forward line in the 2014 and 2015 seasons.

Port Adelaide senior coach Ken Hinkley thanked Edwards for his service to the club on Wednesday.

“Tyson Edwards is a terrific football person who has dedicated himself to helping the players and club during his time here,” Hinkley told portadelaidefc.com.au.

"This is a tough time of year, where difficult decisions are made and unfortunately for Tyson he has come out of contract.

“Tyson will make a great coach when his next opportunity presents itself and we would like to thank him for his service to Port Adelaide, we wish Tyson and his family all the best in the future."

SURGERIES: Power has six post-season operations