Site Manager

Green by Nature; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Green by Nature invites an experienced Site Manager to oversee the maintenance and presentation of the Australian National University’s extensive sportsgrounds and open spaces on campus in Canberra. You will lead a small dedicated team focused on delivering top-tier cricket, rugby and soccer surfaces for athletes, students and the wider community.

This hands-on leadership role blends technical turf expertise with people management and client engagement, offering a path to further establish your

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of 4-5 grounds professionals
• Manage all sports turf operations across cricket, rugby and soccer facilities
• Oversee preparation and maintenance of high-quality cricket wickets and playing surfaces
• Plan and coordinate seasonal maintenance programs and resource allocation
• Conduct site inspections and identify improvement opportunities

Skills

Sports turf management

Job description

Site Manager - Sports Turf & Grounds

Lead One of Canberra's Premier Sports Turf Operations

Are you an experienced Sports Turf professional ready to take ownership of a high-profile university sports precinct?

Green by Nature is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the maintenance and presentation of the Australian National University's extensive sportsgrounds and open spaces. This is a rare opportunity to manage some of Canberra's most important sporting facilities, including high-quality cricket, rugby and soccer fields, while leading a dedicated team and working within one of Australia's most respected institutions.

If you're passionate about sports turf, take pride in delivering exceptional playing surfaces, and enjoy developing people, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As Site Manager, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of grounds and sports turf maintenance across the ANU campus. Leading a team of 4-5 staff, you'll ensure all facilities are maintained to the highest standards, providing outstanding experiences for athletes, students and the wider community.

This hands‑on leadership role combines technical sports turf expertise, people management and client engagement, making it ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career or continue building their legacy within the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of 4-5 grounds professionals
• Manage all sports turf operations across cricket, rugby and soccer facilities
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of high-quality cricket wickets and playing surfaces
• Plan and coordinate seasonal maintenance programs and resource allocation
• Conduct site inspections and proactively identify improvement opportunities