Outdoor Grounds & Maintenance Supervisor

Club Whitsunday; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Club Whitsunday is seeking a hands-on grounds and maintenance professional to lead the upkeep of our Sportspark and facilities. You will manage sporting fields, turf, gardens and outdoor areas to ensure safety and presentation for training, competitions and events.

You will plan daily work, provide direction and coordinate support to keep tasks organised and on track. ACDC certification is desirable, with a focus on safety and practical problem-solving in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Groundskeeping and turf care experience
• Irrigation and general maintenance knowledge
• Strong organisational and independent-working abilities
• Ability to operate machinery safely
• Attention to detail and practical problem solving
• Physical capacity for hands-on outdoor work
• Clear communication and teamwork
• Commitment to workplace safety
• ACDC certification desirable

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritise and carry out daily grounds and maintenance work
• Maintain and prepare sporting fields and surfaces including mowing, marking, aeration and seeding
• Care for gardens, lawns and trees with planting, watering and pruning
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems and coordinate repairs
• Apply fertilisers and approved treatments
• Safely operate machinery and perform routine checks
• Carry out general facility maintenance and repairs and support improvements
• Keep basic maintenance records and report hazards and faults
• Coordinate with staff and contractors around bookings, events and weather

Job description

Club Whitsunday is seeking a hands-on grounds and maintenance professional to lead the upkeep of our Sportspark and facilities. You will manage sporting fields, turf, gardens and outdoor areas to ensure safety and presentation for training, competitions and events.

You will plan daily work, provide direction and coordinate support to keep tasks organised and on track. ACDC certification is desirable, with a focus on safety and practical problem-solving in outdoor environments.