Curator Ovals

Together, we're working to build a vibrant and sustainable regional city... and we would love for you to join us.

In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep.

With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future.

We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to:

• Be a clean and green city
• Be a place people call home
• Have facilities and services for everyone
• Encourage and support economic development and diversification
• Be a quality employer.

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is currently seeking a suitable person to fill the role of Curator Ovals. The City maintains approximately 35 hectares of sporting turf across 10 arenas, serving the communities needs for a variety of organisations, including cricket, football (AFL), football (soccer), rugby, athletics, tee-ball, touch football, and others. These arenas are maintained by a dedicated team committed to dealing with the challenges inherent with ensuring the turf is prepared and presented to a high standard in accordance with the objectives and requirements of the Council.

Duties:

1. Professional management of specialised fine turf surfaces, ensuring a high standard of presentation for specific events according to contemporary hortcultutral techniques and established nutrition and maintenance programs.

2. Identify irrigation problems, reporting promptly to the Supervisor Sporting Ovals and Irrigation Team.

3. Identify and report early signs of disease, pests, weeds and disorders amongst turf surfaces and apply appropriate methods of control i.e through mechanical means and use of chemical control measures as directed.

4. Assist in the preparation and presentation of playing fields and turf wickets for play.

5. Professional operation of a variety of plant and equipment associated with the day-to-day maintenance of Council’s facilities including pre-starts, cleaning of equipment/vehicles after any use and reporting of faults and/or damages to the Workshop and Supervisor Sporting Ovals.

6. Provide limited guidance and on-the-job training as directed to team members as required.

7. Assist with construction projects and major maintenance works as directed.

8. Report daily to the immediate Supervisor for instructions and to inform on operational matters.

9. Adhere to all City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder policies and procedures and ensure personal safety at work and that of others.

10. Other accountabilities and responsibilities as directed by the Supervisor Sporting Ovals and/or Coordinator City Presentation

Skills, knowledge & capacity:

1. Tertiary qualification in Turf Management (minimum Cert III Sports Turf Management) with proven experience in Sports Turf Management.

2. Spraying certificate.

3. Good verbal communication skills.

4. Ability to work under general supervision or unsupervised.

5. Understanding and knowledge of safe work practices.

6. Experience in operating various items of plant equipment associated with turf maintenance.

7. Current satisfactory National Police Clearance.

8. Current WA “C” Class driver’s licence.

Values

SUPPORT - We will support each and every team member to work together, build relationships and deliver greater outcomes for our organisation and community.

RESPECT- We will treat our team members and our community with mutual respect and understanding.

FUN - We will promote and value work-life balance and create an environment that is rewarding and fulfilling.

RECOGNISE - We recognise and acknowledge all individuals and cultures and value their contributions to our organisation and the community that we serve.

CONNECT- We will work as one organisation that communicates openly, and actively connects with our teams, community and stakeholders.

Benefits

We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including:

• Salary sacrificing
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• A host of health and well-being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions
• Training and development opportunities
• Free Parking
• Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)
• $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities
• Rebated childcare offered
• We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.