Sports Turf Specialist

Job No: SSC1398
Location: Sutherland Shire

Join our Dynamic Parks and Natural Areas Team! We're expanding our team and are looking for dedicated individuals to join us. Help us protect, maintain and enhance our Shire's Sport Precincts, Tree Canopy, Parks and Bushland areas. If you love making a positive community impact, we may have a role for you!

Sports Turf Specialist

  • Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing community sporting experiences.
  • Oversee innovative turf management projects that set industry standards.
  • Foster a collaborative and engaged work environment for your team.
  • Seize the opportunity for professional growth within local government.

About Sutherland Shire Council

At Sutherland Shire Council, we are committed to making our community a better place to live, work and play. Our team is passionate about serving the public and creating beautiful, functional spaces that bring people together. We believe in continuous improvement, innovation, and fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect.

We offer an inspiring workplace where your contributions are valued and your professional development is prioritised. With a variety of career paths and opportunities, a career with us opens doors to endless possibilities!

Your Role as a Sports Turf Specialist

As a Sports Turf Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of our council’s sport precincts and assets. Your expertise and experience will guide internal teams and contractors, while you develop and implement maintenance schedules that align with council policies and safety standards. If you are a forward-thinking individual with a passion for sports turf management, this role is designed for you!

We are looking for a team member who is committed to continuous improvement and innovation. Your expertise will ensure our sports facilities meet the highest standards, providing our community with exceptional sporting experiences.

Are You the Right Fit?

We are seeking candidates who are not only knowledgeable but also passionate about turf management and community service. If you possess the following qualifications and experience, you may be the perfect fit for our team:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Turf Management or a relevant discipline.
  • Experience in managing sports playing surfaces and turf management activities.
  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and performance.
  • Proven ability to oversee safety in high-risk technical activities.
  • Experience in managing budgets, contracts, and work schedules.

Your ability to communicate complex information simply and your commitment to empowering others will set you apart in this role.

 Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 15 June 2025
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated 30 June 2025.
  • Package: From $85,000 - $93,000 p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
  • Hours of work: Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week 9 day fortnight.
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Reach out to Aaron Leahy - Senior Manager Parks and Natural Areas - aleahy@ssc.nsw.gov.au  for any job specific enquiries.
Breanna Rivers brivers@ssc.nsw.gov.au , Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.