Sports Turf Operations Specialist

Council Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Fitness Passport Program

Employee Rewards Program

Ongoing Education and Resources

Job summary

Georges River Council is seeking an Operations Specialist – Sports Turf to maintain high-quality sporting grounds and support local clubs and the broader community. The role involves hands-on turf maintenance, playing surface and wicket preparation, irrigation work, and operating tractors and mowing equipment.

You will contribute to delivering safe, well-presented facilities, work with a dedicated team, and support stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in sports turf maintenance.
• Valid Class C Drivers Licence.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Experience operating and maintaining plant and equipment including tractors and mowing gear.
• Commitment to WHS practices and EEO principles.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service.
• Must be an Australian or NZ citizen, permanent resident or have unlimited working rights.

Responsibilities

• Implement sports turf maintenance programs and ensure facilities meet high standards.
• Prepare playing surfaces and wicket areas as required.
• Conduct turf maintenance and irrigation activities.
• Operate plant and equipment including tractors and mowing gear.
• Maintain safe, well-presented sporting facilities for clubs and the community.

Skills

Sports turf maintenance

Customer service

Communication skills

WHS practices

Driver’s license

Operates plant & equipment

Tools

Tractors & mowing equipment

Job description

Georges River Council is seeking an Operations Specialist – Sports Turf to maintain high-quality sporting grounds and support local clubs and the broader community. The role involves hands-on turf maintenance, playing surface and wicket preparation, irrigation work, and operating tractors and mowing equipment.

You will contribute to delivering safe, well-presented facilities, work with a dedicated team, and support stakeholders.