Cricket Wicket Specialist & Turf Expert

Green by Nature; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool of trade vehicle

Mobile phone provided

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training

Job summary

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

You will oversee pre-season renovations through match-day preparation, with autonomy to influence surface performance and ensure safety and high standards. A supportive team awaits your leadership and expertise.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing and maintaining cricket wickets.
• Strong knowledge of sports turf management practices.
• Experience operating turf maintenance equipment.
• Detail-oriented with pride in high-quality playing surfaces.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

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.
• Operating and maintaining turf machinery and equipment.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with best practice.

Skills

Cricket wicket maintenance

Sports turf management

Turf machinery operation

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate III in Sports Turf Management or similar

Chemical accreditation

Job description

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

You will oversee pre-season renovations through match-day preparation, with autonomy to influence surface performance and ensure safety and high standards. A supportive team awaits your leadership and expertise.