Greenkeeper

City of Canterbury Bankstown; Canterbury-Bankstown; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time position

Scheduled day off

Health & Wellbeing programs

Job summary

City of Canterbury Bankstown invites applications for a Greenkeeper to maintain and improve council parks, sportsgrounds, ovals, turf wickets and golf facilities. The role focuses on presenting assets to a high standard for residents and visitors.

You will contribute to safe, attractive spaces and support renovation programs within a supportive team. The position requires relevant greenkeeping qualifications and a current Class C licence, with flexible hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in greenkeeping, sports turf management or horticulture.
• Current Class C driver's licence.
• Experience with turf wicket and sports fields maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of parks, sports fields, ovals, turf wickets and golf course facilities.
• Provide recommendations for annual improvement and renovation programs.
• Inspect fields after rain and advise closures or openings as needed.
• Work flexible hours including weekends and public holidays as required.
• Carry out risk assessments and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Turf maintenance

Sports turf management

Driver's Licence (Class C)

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Greenkeeping/Sports Turf/Horticulture

Job description

Here at CBCity The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents

Here at CBCity The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents

The Role

Join Canterbury-Bankstown Council as a Greenkeeper and help shape the outdoor spaces that bring our community together.

This permanent full-time opportunity will see you working within a skilled and supportive team responsible for maintaining and improving Council's parks, sportsgrounds, ovals, turf wickets, and golf course facilities.

Through your work, you'll help ensure these valued community assets are presented to a high standard, providing safe, attractive, and enjoyable spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assist with parks, sports fields, turf wickets, ovals, golf course, preparation, maintenance and renovation in accordance with service agreements, rosters and programs
• Assist with providing recommendations for annual improvement, maintenance and renovation programs and implement as required.
• Assist with the inspection of sports fields, ovals, etc. particularly following periods of excessive rainfall, and provide recommendations as to whether they should be closed or opened.
• Working of flexible work hours including weekend and public holidays work on an 'as required basis'.
• Undertake risk and hazard assessments of areas under their control and where necessary take corrective action.
• Ensure all works under the position holder's control and completed within timeframes.
• Finalise completion of works requests as allocated.
• For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Greenkeeping, Sports Turf Management, Horticulture or a similar relevant field
• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Experience in turf wicket and sports fields preparation and maintenance.
• Skills & experience necessary to fulfil the role, responsibilities, duties and competency requirements of the position

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $74,692 (Grade D, Step 1) + Allowance + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience

What’s in it for you?

• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Scheduled Day Off
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Brett Luth (Coordinator Open Space South) on 02 9707 5797 or [e-mail]

Applications close on Sunday, 25 October 2026.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [e-mail]

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid wor k permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.