Sports Turf Operator

Georges River Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Fitness Passport Program

Employee Rewards Program

Ongoing Education and Resources

12% Superannuation

Job summary

Georges River Council is seeking a Hands-on Sports Turf Operator to maintain and present community sports fields at the Hurstville LGA. You will operate and maintain equipment, perform turf care and field prep, and support reliable services across several sporting facilities under the Sports Turf Operations Leader.

A strong WHS mindset and customer-service focus are essential. Role is permanent full-time with a 9-day fortnight, salary range 58,493.24–66,806.04 AUD plus 12% superannuation, and

Qualifications

• Experience in sporting grounds/park maintenance.
• Commitment to WHS practices and EEO principles.
• Appropriate written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability and customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and present sports fields and surrounding areas to a high standard.
• Operate and maintain plant and equipment used in turf management.
• Carry out turf care, field preparation and maintenance tasks.
• Support delivery of efficient services across multiple sporting facilities.

Skills

Customer service

Written & verbal communication

Attention to WHS

Proactive maintenance

Education

Construction Induction (White Card)

Tools

Mowers

Edgers

Blowers

Job description

Work across a range of sports field sites throughout the Hurstville LGA, helping to maintain high-quality playing surfaces for the community.

As aSports Turf Operator, you will play an important role in maintaining and presenting sports fields and surrounding areas to a high standard. Working under the guidance of the Sports Turf Operations Leader, you will undertake a range of turf management and grounds maintenance activities to ensure playing surfaces remain safe, well-presented and ready for community use.

This hands-on role involves operating and maintaining plant and equipment, carrying out turf care and field preparation works, and supporting the delivery of efficient and reliable services across multiple sporting facilities. You will work as part of a dedicated team, contributing to the upkeep of Council's valuable sporting assets while meeting operational priorities and customer needs.

Success in this role requires a strong commitment to workplace health and safety, attention to detail and a proactive approach to maintaining equipment, identifying issues and delivering quality outcomes. You will take pride in your work, represent Council positively in the community and contribute to creating welcoming, high-quality recreational spaces that encourage active lifestyles and community participation.

What we Offer

• Permanent Full-Time - 76 hours per fortnight
• Salary from $58, 493.20.24 - $66, 806.04 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• 9-day fortnight based on operational requirements
• Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
• EmployeeRewards Program
• Ongoing Education and Resources

What We Are Looking For

• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Construction Induction (White Card)
• Demonstrated experience and/or interest in working within a sporting grounds/park maintenance team
• Experience in providing maintenance services for community and park infrastructure with demonstrated ability to be accountable for agreed work methods, standard and outcomes
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of plant and/or various equipment common to park and garden maintenance (mowers, edgers, blowers etc.)
• Understanding of and commitment to WHS practices and EEO principles
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Appropriate written and oral communication skills

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Brad Horn, Head of City Sports Turf Maintenance on 02 9330 9***.

Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.

We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.