Senior Technician (Grounds)

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous paid leave

Employer paid superannuation 17%

Salary packaging

Incremental progression

Course discounts (up to 25%)

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Western Australia (UWA) seeks a skilled lead for turf management and grounds maintenance across multiple campus sites. You will drive planning, renovation, fertilisation and pest management while advising on best practices to sustain high-quality sporting and recreational facilities.

You will coordinate contractors, ensure safety and service standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver efficient, safe grounds operations at one of Australia’s leading universities.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV Sports Turf Management or equivalent competency required.
• Experience managing grounds and turf projects including sports fields and turf cricket wickets.
• Knowledge of best-practice maintenance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and oversight of turf management and grounds maintenance across UWA sites.
• Provide specialist advice on turf renovation, fertilisation, and pest/weed management.
• Coordinate and supervise grounds maintenance contractors to meet standards.

Skills

Sports turf management

Contractor supervision

Communication skills

Work health and safety

Education

Certificate IV Sports Turf Management or equivalent competency

Job description

About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

• Play a key role in maintaining and enhancing UWA's iconic sports fields, turf surfaces and outdoor spaces across multiple campus locations.
• Apply your specialist sports turf expertise while influencing best-practice grounds maintenance and contractor performance across a world-class university environment.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $108,413 – $120,287 p⁝ pa. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Campus Management is responsible for the planning, development, management and operation of the University's physical estate and infrastructure. The portfolio delivers integrated property, facilities, asset management, capital works and operational services that support the University's strategic objectives by providing safe, sustainable and efficient environments for teaching, research and campus life. Through responsible stewardship of the University's built, natural and cultural assets, Campus Management protects heritage values, recognises Indigenous connections to Country, and supports inclusive, sustainable and future-focused campus development.

About the opportunity

• Lead the planning and oversight of turf management and grounds maintenance programs across UWA sites, including sports fields, turf cricket wickets, synthetic surfaces and landscaped spaces, ensuring high-quality, sustainable outcomes.
• Provide specialist technical advice on sports turf management, turf renovation, turf establishment, fertilisation and integrated pest and weed management, while identifying and resolving complex turf-related issues and driving best-practices approaches to maintain high-quality sporting and recreational facilities.
• Coordinate, supervise and evaluate grounds maintenance contractors, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with service standards, operational priorities and stakeholder requirement and agreed performance outcomes.

About you

• Certificate IV Sports Turf Management or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience managing grounds and turf projects, sports fields, turf cricket wickets, synthetic maintenance and passive turf surfaces.
• Demonstrated ability to provide specialist technical advice and guidance in turf management and grounds maintenance activities, including the application of best-practice maintenance techniques.
• Experience in sports field management, surface preparation, line marking, and supervising contractors delivery grounds maintenance works.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, sound knowledge of work health and safety principles, and highly developed organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities and stakeholder requirements.

Note

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.

A current National Police Clearance, and “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant. Some after-hours work may be required, and applicants must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and provide their own vehicle.

Closing date

11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 2 October 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.