Groundsperson

Job No: NSYD372
Location: North Sydney

An internal opportunity exists within our pivotal Sportsfields team for a Groundsperson. The Sportsfields team are responsible for preparation and maintenance of North Sydney Oval and surrounding sportsfields in the North Sydney Council Local Government area.

The successful applicant will work with the Sportsfields team to prepare and maintain all playing fields within the North Sydney Council Local Government Area to meet all hirers expectations and guidelines. Duties may include mowing, rolling, turf preparation, pruning and removal of plants, mulching, planting, watering; weed, pest and disease identification and control; and litter and rubbish removal. Operation and maintenance of Council’s vehicles and plant will also be required as part of these duties.

Due to the Events based nature of our work the successful applicant may be required to work some weekends and evenings at major sporting and other related events.

 

Essential
  • Significant sportsfield maintenance experience
  • Chem Cert
  • Safework White Card - Construction Induction Card
  • Sound understanding of safety requirements in performing Garden/Sportsfield maintenance tasks
  • Proven ability to follow procedures and instructions and the ability to communicate with customers on routine matters
  • Current Class C Drivers Licence
  • Good physical fitness
  • Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision
  • Good written and verbal communication skills

 

Desirable
  • Qualifications in Horticulture
  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • Traffic Control - Blue
  • Current Class MR Driver’s Licence
  • Familiarity with operation and maintenance of irrigation systems
  • Computer literacy 

 

Salary Range from: $60,141 to $71,571 per annum (including allowance) + 11% superannuation +$1,000 pa transport allowance + Uniform Provided

76 hours per fortnight with a rostered day off

 

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit a resume and answer the selection criteria questions below. 

 

To view the Position Description, Click Here 

 

Closing Date: 05 May 2024 - 11.30pm 

 

North Sydney Council is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in order to  provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. North Sydney Council  also adheres  to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. We strongly encourage candidates from wide-ranging backgrounds, identities and experiences to apply. 

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With a cohort of approximately 400 permanent (full time and part time) employees, we consider ourselves not too big, not too small - just right! At North Sydney Council we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and positive workplace. Our teams value the unique contribution each member makes, and genuinely strives towards making North Sydney Council a fun place to work! The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing. Our commitment to our staff at North Sydney Council is: To optimise employee performance in an enjoyable, safe, fair and equitable workplace