Sports Turf Apprentice: Hands-on Training & Growth

Green by Nature; Sydney; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career progression opportunities

Annual pay reviews

Safety training

Job summary

Green by Nature in Bellevue Hill, NSW, Australia, is offering an Apprentice - Sports Turf Management four-year program. You will gain hands-on experience maintaining premium sports surfaces, work on cricket wickets and rugby fields, and combine on-site training with formal study to achieve a national trade qualification.

You’ll be part of a supportive team with mentors guiding your development, with potential career progression to team leader or site manager.

Qualifications

• No prior sports turf experience required; motivated to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain premium sports turf surfaces, including cricket wickets and rugby fields.
• Learn from experienced mentors and pursue the nationally recognised trade qualification.
• Assist with routine maintenance, safety procedures and site upkeep while developing leadership potential.

Job description

Ready to turn your passion for the outdoors into a career?

Join Green by Nature as an Apprentice - Sports Turf Management and embark on a rewarding four-year learning journey. Gain hands-on experience maintaining premium sporting surfaces, including cricket wickets, rugby fields and other high-performance sports turf facilities. Based on-site at Bellevue Hill, this apprenticeship combines paid, hands-on experience with formal training, equipping you with the skills, knowledge and nationally recognised trade qualification needed to build a long-term career in the industry.

Working alongside experienced professionals and expert mentors, you'll gain practical experience maintaining high-quality sports turf and landscapes while developing skills that can lead to future opportunities as a Team Leader or Site Manager.

Why Choose Us?

• Gain hands-on experience working with skilled industry professionals.
• Learn from experienced mentors who are committed to your development and success.
• Kick-start your career with valuable on-the-job training and genuine career progression opportunities.
• Benefit from annual pay reviews that recognise your growing skills and contributions.
• Access ongoing safety training programs and resources.

What You'll Learn

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll develop practical skills across a wide range of sports turf operations, including:

• Preparing and applying chemicals for pest, weed and disease control, including safe transportation and storage.
• Installing and maintaining drainage and pressurised irrigation systems.
• Operating and maintaining a variety of machinery and equipment.
• Improving soil health and plant nutrition to support healthy turf growth.
• Identifying and controlling weeds, pests, diseases and plant disorders.
• Renovating and constructing sports turf facilities.
• Following industry best-practice safety procedures and equipment operation standards.

About You

Previous experience in sports turf management is not required. What matters most is that you're a reliable, hard-working individual who is motivated to learn, willing to take direction and eager to develop new skills. Your positive attitude and strong work ethic will set you up for success.

You are mature, professional and comfortable interacting with people from all walks of life.

You already have, or are willing to obtain, a White Card and Working with Children Check. A current driver's licence is also preferred.

You must be an Australian citizen to satisfy government requirements relating to the schooling component of the apprenticeship.

Our Team & Culture

At Green by Nature, our purpose is to enhance lives by constructing, nurturing and maintaining exceptional green spaces.

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace, with safety forming a fundamental part of our culture.

We embrace and celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our core values of Accountability, Bravery and Care guide everything we do.

How to Apply

Grow with us at Green by Nature. Submit your resume today and start building a career you'll be proud of.