Greenkeeper Apprentice — Turf Care & Outdoor Work

Townsville Golf Club; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety focus

Education guidance

Skill development

Outdoor work

Job summary

Townsville Golf Club is seeking a Grounds/Golf Course Maintenance Assistant to support the Greens Superintendent in maintaining the Townsville Golf Course in line with policies and safety standards.

You will assist with maintenance programs, equipment operation, irrigation, mowing, weed control, bunkers, and record keeping, contributing to safe, high-quality course conditions on the banks of the Ross River.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in turf maintenance and horticulture.
• WH&S awareness and compliance with safety protocols.
• Ability to operate and maintain turf equipment and machinery.
• Willingness to learn pesticide and fertiliser application under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist Greens Superintendent in establishing maintenance programs for course quality including labour, machinery, pesticide application, maintenance procedures, irrigation, mowing, line marking, weed spraying, turf laying and fertilising.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment such as lawn mowers, brush cutters, chainsaws, and whipper snippers.
• Ensure regular maintenance of bunkers and correct hole/tee placements.
• Maintain general grounds and surrounds including carparks and gardens; basic building, plumbing, pruning, and waste disposal.
• Monitor stock supplies including chemicals and fertilisers and maintain chemical/equipment records.
• Ensure machinery is maintained in safe, efficient condition and comply with WHS requirements.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Turf knowledge

Pesticide use (supervised)

WH&S knowledge

Record keeping

Reliable & punctual

Driver's licence

Tools

Lawn mower

Brush cutter

Chainsaw

Whipper snipper

Job description

Townsville Golf Club is seeking a Grounds/Golf Course Maintenance Assistant to support the Greens Superintendent in maintaining the Townsville Golf Course in line with policies and safety standards.

You will assist with maintenance programs, equipment operation, irrigation, mowing, weed control, bunkers, and record keeping, contributing to safe, high-quality course conditions on the banks of the Ross River.