Apprentice: Sports Turf Management - Earn While You Learn

Rockhampton Regional Council; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockhampton Regional Council offers an Apprentice in Sports Turf Management in Rockhampton. Over a 36 month, fixed term full time traineeship you will gain a national Certificate III while learning on-the-job alongside experienced professionals maintaining top sporting facilities.

You’ll assist with mowing, turf renovation, watering, fertilising and operation of specialised equipment, developing practical skills and hands-on experience in the horticulture and greenkeeping sectors.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in Sports Turf Management and a desire to build a career in the industry.
• Team player with a proactive mindset and strong communication skills.
• Eager to learn and committed to completing formal training requirements.
• Passionate about contributing to the upkeep and improvement of the region's sports fields.
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and able to follow instructions while showing initiative.

Responsibilities

• Mowing and turf maintenance to high standards.
• Turf renovation, watering and fertilising activities.
• Operation of specialised turf equipment and tools.
• Assist with presentation of high-quality playing surfaces.
• Follow safe work procedures and learn industry best practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Education

Certificate III in Sports Turf Management

Job description

Rockhampton Regional Council offers an Apprentice in Sports Turf Management in Rockhampton. Over a 36 month, fixed term full time traineeship you will gain a national Certificate III while learning on-the-job alongside experienced professionals maintaining top sporting facilities.

You’ll assist with mowing, turf renovation, watering, fertilising and operation of specialised equipment, developing practical skills and hands-on experience in the horticulture and greenkeeping sectors.