Cricket Wicket Specialist | Elite Turf Performance

Green by Nature; Manly; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Wicket specialization

Prestigious venues

Ongoing training

Leadership support

Career progression

Job summary

Green by Nature is seeking an experienced Cricket Curator to own the preparation, presentation and maintenance of cricket wickets and turf areas at one of our premier facilities in Sydney's northern region.

You will deliver safe, high-performing surfaces from pre-season renovations to match-day prep, with autonomy to influence wicket quality and turf performance across the season. A current driver’s license and turf management expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience preparing and maintaining cricket wickets.
• Strong knowledge of sports turf management practices.
• Experience operating turf maintenance equipment.
• A keen eye for detail and pride in producing quality playing surfaces.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A current driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Cricket wicket preparation and maintenance
• Mowing, rolling, irrigation, fertilising and turf health management
• Seasonal renovations and surface improvement programs
• Preparing playing surfaces for training sessions and match days
• Monitoring surface performance and implementing proactive maintenance practices
• Operating and maintaining turf machinery and specialist equipment
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with industry best practice

Skills

Wicket preparation

Sports turf management

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate III in Sports Turf Management, Parks & Gardens or similar

Chemical accreditation

Tools

Turf maintenance equipment

Job description

Green by Nature is seeking an experienced Cricket Curator to own the preparation, presentation and maintenance of cricket wickets and turf areas at one of our premier facilities in Sydney's northern region.

You will deliver safe, high-performing surfaces from pre-season renovations to match-day prep, with autonomy to influence wicket quality and turf performance across the season. A current driver’s license and turf management expertise are essential.