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Apprentice Sports Turf Management

  • Ku-ring-gai Council
  • Landscape Gardener
  • New South Wales
  • Gordon
  • Postcode: 2073
  • Closes 19 Oct 2025
  • Positions: 1
  • Job ID: 38805

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Apprentice Sports Turf Management

Salary: $43,024.80 – $55,816.80 p/a + super
Position: Temporary full-time (up to 4 years)
Hours: 38 hours per week / 9-day fortnight
Traineeship: Undertake sports field maintenance while studying for a trade qualification in Sports Turf Management

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84 km², is home to 124,000 residents, and is set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the Role

Are you passionate about sports and the outdoors?

Do you have an eye for detail and want to learn cutting-edge turf management techniques?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Sports Turf Management to join our team and start a rewarding career.

Reporting to the Supervisor Sports fields & Golf Courses, your duties will include:

  • Assisting in the maintenance and care of sports turf, including mowing, fertilising, aeration, and pest control

  • Supporting preparation of pitches and grounds for matches, events, and training sessions

  • Monitoring turf health and reporting any issues with soil, grass, or drainage systems

  • Collaborating with a skilled team to ensure high standards of turf quality

  • Keeping up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in turf management

Required Experience & Skills:

  • Year 10 Record of School Achievement or Higher School Certificate

  • Commitment to complete a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management

  • Current Class C driver’s licence

  • Willingness to undertake WHS Construction Induction Certificate (White Card) training

  • Willingness to undertake Chemical AQF 3 training

Benefits:

  • 38-hour working week / 9-day fortnight

  • Access to Fitness Passport

  • Novated lease options for private vehicles

  • Up to $100 yearly Health & Fitness reimbursement (conditional)

  • Free confidential Employee Assistance Program

  • Beautiful Ku-ring-gai location

  • Structured training and support throughout your apprenticeship

  • Work alongside experienced turf management specialists and groundskeepers

  • Gain practical experience with modern systems in sports turf management

  • Inclusive and diverse workplace with respect and equal opportunity

  • Contribute to maintaining sports facilities for local teams, schools, and community groups

Applications close: 11:30pm, Sunday 19 October 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer.

To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.