Turf Equipment Technician

Manly Golf Club; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manly Golf Club on the Northern Beaches of Sydney is seeking a Turf Equipment Technician to service, maintain and repair golf course maintenance equipment. You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and diesel faults, perform preventative maintenance, and keep detailed service records in a busy workshop environment.

The role requires a current Australian Driver's Licence and strong diagnostic skills, with experience in hydraulic and diesel-powered gear.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Driver's Licence is essential.
• Strong mechanical diagnostic skills required.
• Experience maintaining hydraulic, diesel and petrol-powered equipment.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and positive team contribution.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair all golf course maintenance equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and diesel faults.
• Perform preventative maintenance programs across the machinery fleet.
• Maintain cutting units to the highest standard, including grinding, setting and adjustment.
• Weld and fabricate components when required.
• Maintain detailed service records and equipment history.
• Manage spare parts inventory and workshop consumables.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop environment.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers and service technicians where required.
• Assist with machinery setup for seasonal maintenance practices.
• Ensure all work complies with Workplace Health & Safety requirements.

Skills

Driver's Licence

Mechanical diagnosis

Hydraulic systems

Diesel engines

Petrol systems

Independent worker

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team culture

Tools

Toro mowers

John Deere transport

Kubota transport

Electric utility vehicles

Lithium battery systems

Job description

3d ago , from ASTMA Australian Sports Turf Managers Association

Established in 1903, Manly Golf Club is one of Sydney’s longstanding private golf clubs, located on the Northern Beaches just a short distance from Manly Beach.

Combining a rich golfing heritage with a picturesque setting, the club has hosted some of the game’s most celebrated players, including Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman. Its history includes the 1971 NSW Open, where Nicklaus recorded a remarkable round of 62.

Manly Golf Club is seeking to appoint a Turf Equipment Technician responsible for the service, maintain and repair all golf course maintenance equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair all golf course maintenance equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and diesel faults.
• Perform preventative maintenance programs across the machinery fleet.
• Maintain cutting units to the highest standard, including grinding, setting and adjustment.
• Weld and fabricate components when required.
• Maintain detailed service records and equipment history.
• Manage spare parts inventory and workshop consumables.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop environment.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers and service technicians where required.
• Assist with machinery setup for seasonal maintenance practices.
• Ensure all work complies with Workplace Health & Safety requirements.

About You

You will be a motivated individual who enjoys problem solving and takes pride in producing high-quality work.

Essential Requirements

• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Strong mechanical diagnostic skills.
• Experience maintaining hydraulic, diesel and petrol-powered equipment.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Contribute positively to staff culture

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Golf Course Turf Mechanic.
• Experience with Toro mowers and Toro/John Deere/Kubota transport vehicles.
• Experience maintaining electric utility vehicles and lithium battery systems.