Apprentice Greenkeeper (1st or 2nd Year)

Wynnum Golf Club; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynnum Golf Club is seeking a motivated 1st or 2nd Year Apprentice Greenkeeper to join our course maintenance team in Brisbane’s Bayside. No prior experience required; we provide hands-on training and mentorship from qualified greenkeepers.

You’ll learn turf management, maintenance of greens and surrounds, irrigation, and safe operation of turf machinery while completing your apprenticeship and TAFE studies.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for practical, hands-on tasks
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Commitment to completing apprenticeship and TAFE studies

Responsibilities

• Maintaining greens, tees, fairways and other playing surfaces
• Mowing, turf care and course presentation
• Assisting with irrigation maintenance and repairs
• Landscaping and garden maintenance
• Learning to operate turf machinery safely
• Completing TAFE studies required for apprenticeship

Job description

Apprentice Greenkeeper (1st or 2nd Year)

Enjoy working outdoors? Start or continue your career in turf management with Wynnum Golf Club.

We’re looking for a motivated 1st or 2nd Year Apprentice Greenkeeper to join our friendly course maintenance team. Whether you’re starting out or have already begun your apprenticeship, you’ll gain practical experience and learn from qualified greenkeepers in a supportive environment.

Established in 1922, Wynnum Golf Club is home to an 18-hole golf course, practice facilities and a busy clubhouse in Brisbane’s Bayside.

About the Role

Working alongside our experienced team, you’ll help maintain and present the course while learning the skills needed for a career in greenkeeping and sports turf management.

Your work and training will include:

• Maintaining greens, tees, fairways and other playing surfaces
• Mowing, turf care and general course presentation
• Assisting with irrigation maintenance and repairs
• Landscaping and garden maintenance
• Learning to safely operate and care for turf machinery and equipment
• Completing the TAFE studies required for your apprenticeship

This is a full-time apprenticeship, with part-time arrangements considered for the right candidate. An immediate start is available.

About You

You don’t need previous experience to get started—we’re looking for someone with a willingness to learn, a reliable approach and pride in their work.

You’ll bring:

• Enthusiasm for practical, hands‑on tasks
• A willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team
• A commitment to completing your apprenticeship and TAFE studies

Previous gardening, landscaping or turf experience is welcome but not essential. If you’re already a first or second-year apprentice, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work towards a nationally recognised qualification
• Hands‑on training and guidance from experienced, qualified greenkeepers
• A friendly and supportive team environment
• Practical experience across all aspects of golf course maintenance
• Wages paid in accordance with the Registered & Licensed Clubs Award