Sports Turf Groundskeeper Apprentice

Green by Nature; Hastings; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefit

Work phone

Job summary

Green by Nature is seeking an apprentice level Groundsperson to contribute to the care and maintenance of our sports grounds in Hastings. The role involves mowing, rolling, fertilising, irrigation setup and line marking, with flexibility to support during cricket camps.

You will work Monday to Friday 7am–3.30pm, with additional split days during cricket camp in January. A driver’s licence and willingness to pursue Level 3/4 Sports Turf qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Willing to pursue Level 3/4 Sports Turf qualifications if not already held.
• Full, clean NZ driver’s licence is essential.
• Interest and passion for sports turf grounds.

Responsibilities

• Mow, roll, fertilise and manage irrigation setup to keep pitches in top condition.
• Weed eating, line marking, spraying and other maintenance tasks as required.
• Assist with covers and relate operations during cricket seasons.
• Support with sports turf preparation and routine maintenance on playing fields.

Skills

Sports turf

Autonomous worker

NZ driver’s licence

Education

Level 3 Sports Turf

Level 4 Sports Turf

Job description

Green by Nature is seeking an apprentice level Groundsperson to contribute to the care and maintenance of our sports grounds in Hastings. The role involves mowing, rolling, fertilising, irrigation setup and line marking, with flexibility to support during cricket camps.

You will work Monday to Friday 7am–3.30pm, with additional split days during cricket camp in January. A driver’s licence and willingness to pursue Level 3/4 Sports Turf qualifications are essential.