Experienced Groundsperson - Sports Maintenance Officer

• 2 x Permanent, full-time positions working a 9-day fortnight
• Band 3 salary range is between $60,356 to $64,481 per annum inclusive of allowances plus super
• An exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team

The Role

We have two fantastic opportunities for experienced groundspeople to join our team performing maintenance on all our highly recognised Sporting Reserves across the City of Ballarat. 

This role is responsible for carrying out routine maintenance of turf, including mowing, edging, aerating, fertilising, irrigation maintenance and assists with our specialised turf programs such as turf wicket preparation as well as maintenance of the sports surrounds. 

About You

You will need demonstrated work experience and a positive approach to your work with a genuine passion for turf management.

Ideally you will also be able to demonstrate:

• Certificate III in Turf Management or equivalent with relevant experience.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence (MR licence would be desirable)
• Experience in the safe operation of mechanical plant and hand tools used in horticultural maintenance
• Experience in turf maintenance operations with a particular emphasis on turf grass mowing heights and techniques, fertiliser, and herbicide application. 
• Literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to maintain daily records, read works instructions and perform chemical mixing and application calculations. 
• Basic IT knowledge 
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety issues relevant to work activities and work area.

To Apply

To apply for this position please click on the Apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is Sunday 28 July 2024.  Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and provide a written response to the key selection criteria as listed in the Position Description. 

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.  

Contact

For further information on the above position contact Brad Gothard, Acting Supervisor Sports Grounds on 0409 389 951. 

The City of Ballarat is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive working environment that embraces and values diversity, flexibility and child safety. We welcome applications from all walks of life and celebrate the diversity and richness this brings to our workplace and reasonable adjustments will be made to the process to ensure equitable access.  We undertake an employment screening process to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate holds a valid working with children check and satisfactory criminal history record check.