Technical Officer - Sports Turf & Parks Maintenance

TAFE NSW; Ryde; On-site; AUD 94,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

TAFE NSW Ryde Campus is seeking a Technical Officer of Sports Turf & Parks & Gardens to maintain delivery locations and equipment and provide related support. The permanent full-time role focuses on turf maintenance, irrigation, and prep for teaching activities.

You will manage turf surfaces, monitor pest control, and ensure compliance with chemical records, while working with the delivery team to support class activities.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Sports Turf Management, Parks & Gardens or equivalent; relevant skills and experience.
• Current Chemical application ticket AQF3 level or above.
• Demonstrated knowledge of tools, equipment and techniques used in sports turf management.
• Ability to create or adapt equipment/resources to meet requirements.
• Strong organisational skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sports turf surfaces (including bowling green, two golf greens, fairway and cricket wickets) to industry standards.
• Monitor pest, disease and weed control programs and irrigation schedules.
• Maintain irrigation systems and perform repairs as needed.
• Ensure compliance with chemical selection, application and recordkeeping.
• Support teaching activities and prepare turf areas for classes.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Sports Turf Management or Parks & Gardens

Job description

TAFE NSW Ryde Campus is seeking a Technical Officer of Sports Turf & Parks & Gardens to maintain delivery locations and equipment and provide related support. The permanent full-time role focuses on turf maintenance, irrigation, and prep for teaching activities.

You will manage turf surfaces, monitor pest control, and ensure compliance with chemical records, while working with the delivery team to support class activities.