Turf & Golf Course Maintenance Specialist (Fixed Term)

Council Jobs

Geelong

On-site

AUD 68,000 - 84,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

The City of Geelong is seeking a Turf Maintenance Worker to deliver high-quality turf upkeep across golf courses and sports grounds. You will operate sprayers, mowers and tractors, perform weed and pest control, and support turf education programs.

Applicants should have a Certificate 3 in Horticulture (Turf Management), a Victorian Driver's Licence, and the ability to work in a team. A light truck licence plus police and Working with Children checks are preferred. Applications close 20 Oct 2026.

Qualifications

  • Certificate 3 in Horticulture (Turf Management).
  • Current Victorian Driver's Licence.
  • A light truck licence would be an advantage.
  • Current Working with Children Check (employee).
  • National Police Check and pre-employment medical assessment funded by the City.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain horticultural / arboriculture equipment including sprayers, mowers, tractors and related machinery.
  • Undertake turf duties around golf courses and Kardinia Park, including mowing and weed control.
  • Assist Senior Team Leader in delivering TAFE turf programs.
  • Spray insecticides, herbicides, fungicides as required in line with manufacturers' guidance.
  • Work within health and safety policies and wear required PPE.

Skills

Turf maintenance
Golf course upkeep
Pesticide use
Teamwork

Education

Certificate 3 in Horticulture (Turf Management)

Tools

Sprayers
Mowers
Tractors
PPE/Safety gear

Job description

The City of Geelong is seeking a Turf Maintenance Worker to deliver high-quality turf upkeep across golf courses and sports grounds. You will operate sprayers, mowers and tractors, perform weed and pest control, and support turf education programs.

Applicants should have a Certificate 3 in Horticulture (Turf Management), a Victorian Driver's Licence, and the ability to work in a team. A light truck licence plus police and Working with Children checks are preferred. Applications close 20 Oct 2026.

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