Greenkeeper (Sports Turf Management)

Job No: SSC1739
Location: Sutherland Shire

 Greenkeeper (Sports Turf Management)

  • Maintain and enhance high-quality sports surfaces across the Sutherland Shire
  • Support community wellbeing through beautiful, functional outdoor spaces
  • Enjoy career development in a collaborative and supportive environment
  • Make a visible impact in your local community

About Us

At Sutherland Shire Council, we’re passionate about providing beautiful, well‑kept open spaces that encourage active living and strengthen community pride. Our dedicated team maintains the parks, gardens, and sports facilities that help make the Shire a great place for everyone.

Your Role as a Greenkeeper

As a Greenkeeper, you’ll be hands‑on in caring for and preparing the turf wickets and playing surfaces that our community relies on. Your work ensures our sports facilities remain safe, high‑quality, and ready for everyone—from local clubs to elite players.

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Preparing and maintaining turf and landscaped areas to a high standard
  • Identifying and managing site hazards
  • Coordinating equipment and working collaboratively with your team
  • Contributing to the delivery of safe, attractive, and functional community spaces

About You

We’re looking for someone who’s enthusiastic about turf management and takes pride in delivering quality work. You’ll have a positive outlook, communicate well with others, and enjoy contributing to the community you serve.

To be successful, you’ll have:

  • Certificate III in Sports Turf Management
  • Proven experience in preparing and renovating high-quality sports surfaces
  • A strong safety focus and attention to detail
  • The ability to work effectively within a team environment

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: Thursday 16 April 2026
  • Hours of work: Permanent Full Time or Part-Time considered Full time hours: 38 hours per week with 9 day fortnight. Overtime may be offered during peak season.
  • 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, Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to George Crowe - Sports Turf Manager, gcrowe@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Melanie Silburn, msilburn@ssc.nsw.gov.au Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

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About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.

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