Melville became the youngest player to captain England on his début when he led them against Australia in November 1984.
Melville attended Aireborough Grammar School and North East London polytechnic.
He played club rugby for Otley R.U.F.C., Wakefield RFC and Wasps FC.
During his playing career, Melville was the Head of UK Promotions for Nike working alongside elite athletes from a wide range of sports.
On retirement, Melville entered coaching and as Director of Rugby at London Wasps, Melville coached the team to their first professional Premiership title in 1996, followed by three National Cup Final appearances, winning two.