Sports Turf Operations Leader: High-Performance Fields

Georges River Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, Full-Time

76 hours per fortnight

Fortnightly RDO

Generous leave entitlements

Fitness Passport Program

Employee Rewards Program

Ongoing Education and Resources

Job summary

Georges River Council invites applications for an Operations Leader - Sports Turf Maintenance to guide the preparation and upkeep of Jubilee Stadium and other premier facilities. The role blends hands-on turf management with strong people leadership to ensure top-quality surfaces that meet stakeholder expectations.

Based in Kogarah, you will lead daily maintenance programs, coordinate resources, and support a skilled team to deliver safe, efficient playing surfaces and a culture of continuous

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have Greenkeeping/Sports Turf Management qualifications and demonstrated experience on high profile sporting fields.
• Knowledge of field-of-play requirements across multiple sporting codes and governing bodies.
• Chemical Application Accreditation (AQF3) and a valid Class C Licence are required.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card) and First Aid are desirable or to be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day maintenance programs for turf assets.
• Coordinate resources and supervise a skilled workforce.
• Deliver safe, efficient, high-quality playing surfaces.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Customer service

Communication

Education

Greenkeeping / Sports Turf Management qualifications

Tools

Chemical Application AQF3

Class C Driver's Licence

White Card

Job description

Georges River Council invites applications for an Operations Leader - Sports Turf Maintenance to guide the preparation and upkeep of Jubilee Stadium and other premier facilities. The role blends hands-on turf management with strong people leadership to ensure top-quality surfaces that meet stakeholder expectations.

Based in Kogarah, you will lead daily maintenance programs, coordinate resources, and support a skilled team to deliver safe, efficient playing surfaces and a culture of continuous