Turf Wicket & Grounds Technician

Carey; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne’s outskirts is seeking a Grounds & Turf Wicket Officer to deliver planned and responsive maintenance across turf wickets, grounds, gardens and play areas. The role is based at the Bulleen campus with occasional support across other campuses, reporting to the Grounds Supervisor – Bulleen.

This permanent, full-time position suits someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor work and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning grounds upkeep, event setup, and basic

Qualifications

• Qualification (or working towards) in Turf Management, Horticulture or equivalent
• Experience in annual planning and delivery of turf wicket/sports field programs
• Grounds and turf wicket maintenance experience is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and maintenance of high-quality turf wickets and grounds
• Maintain grassed areas, gardens, and playground spaces
• Support setup of school sporting activities and events
• Assist with machinery, building, and general maintenance tasks
• Collaborate with staff and external stakeholders as required

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Turf management

Outdoor work

Team collaboration

Education

Turf Management qualification

Job description

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne’s outskirts is seeking a Grounds & Turf Wicket Officer to deliver planned and responsive maintenance across turf wickets, grounds, gardens and play areas. The role is based at the Bulleen campus with occasional support across other campuses, reporting to the Grounds Supervisor – Bulleen.

This permanent, full-time position suits someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor work and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning grounds upkeep, event setup, and basic