Team Member, Reserves & Sportsfields

Northern Beaches Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Beaches Council is seeking a reliable Team Member to join the Reserves & Sportsfield team. Based in our open spaces across the Northern Beaches, you will safely operate sports field and reserves maintenance equipment and deliver planned and reactive maintenance of open spaces.

You’ll need a Certificate II or III in Horticulture (turf) or equivalent experience, plus energy and a can-do attitude to maintain beaches, reserves and sporting fields with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Certificate II or III in Horticulture (turf) or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated energy and a can-do attitude for outdoor maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate sports field and reserves maintenance equipment.
• Deliver planned and reactive open space maintenance independently or in a team.
• Support maintenance of parks, sportsfields and related assets.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety

Education

Certificate II/III in Horticulture (turf)

Tools

Turf equipment

Tractors

Ride-on mowers

Job description

Division:

Environment & Open Space

Business Unit:

Parks & Open Space

Title:

Team Member, Reserves & Sportsfields, Permanent - Full-time Role, 38 hours per week

Salary Range:

$67773.08 to $78763.34 per annum + super (subject to skills and experience)

Who We Are:

Stretching from Palm Beach to Manly, the Northern Beaches boasts more than half of all the beaches in Sydney and a population of more than 270,000. Northern Beaches Council strives to deliver the highest quality services to our community.

Join us and you’ll be part of an organisation committed to promoting sustainable growth, leading the community, protecting our environment and creating a great future for the Northern Beaches.

Northern Beaches Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Council acknowledges that protecting the safety of children and young people is a whole of community responsibility and is everyone’s business.

Parks and Recreation is responsible for areas and facilities that add to the community’s enjoyment of Council developed spaces, to encourage and provide for passive and active reactional needs.

• Recreation planning and management


• Reserves and commercial centres maintenance


• Beach safety


• Sporting fields


• Tree management


• Asset planning and management


• Business support and management

Working With Us:

Northern Beaches Council provides a comprehensive range of benefits focused on our employees’ lifestyle, health and wellbeing, recognition and career development.

• Flexible work options and rostered days off


• Health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits


• Professional development and training


• Values driven, team focused culture

Our Opportunity:

• Safely operate sports field and reserves maintenance equipment


• Deliver planned and reactive open space maintenance independently or in a team


• Skilled in horticulture and turf equipment, including tractors and ride on mowers

About You:

We’re looking for a reliable Team Member to join our Reserves & Sportsfield team with Certificate II or III in Horticulture (turf) or similar experience. You’ll bring energy and can do attitude to a team passionate about making a difference to our community.

Additional Information:

• Position Description


• Applications close on: 6 October 2026


• Expected Interview Date: 13 October 2026


• Questions? Please call the Hiring Manager: Marvie Asencio on 0438 912 285

Northern Beaches Council is a diverse and inclusive employer and encourages applications from differently abled candidates. Reasonable adjustments to the workplace may be made where these are required.

If you would like to contact us to discuss your specific circumstances, please contact the hiring manager for this role. If you do not feel comfortable to do so, please contact HR Services on [phone].