Victorian Sports Group specialises in the construction and maintenance of natural grass and synthetic sporting surfaces.
Based in Doreen, our team delivers sports facilities for local councils, schools, and sporting clubs across Melbourne and Regional Victoria.
We are looking for a Sports Turf Curator to join the team to support the preparation, maintenance, and presentation of high-quality sports turf surfaces.
This is a hands-on role focused on delivering consistent turf performance, safety, and surface presentation across multiple sporting sites.
The Role
You will work as part of the turf maintenance team carrying out programmed and reactive maintenance to ensure playing surfaces meet performance and safety expectations year-round.
Key Responsibilities
Turf Maintenance & Surface Preparation
Carry out mowing, irrigation, fertilising, line marking, topdressing, aeration, and pest and disease control
Prepare and maintain sports surfaces including football, cricket, rugby, and athletics fields to competition standards
Monitor turf condition, soil profile, and drainage performance, reporting issues as required
Assist with pitch and surface preparation for games, training, and events
Apply best-practice turf techniques to maintain durable, high-use surfaces
Machinery & Equipment
Operate turf machinery including mowers, rollers, tractors, line markers, and aerators safely and efficiently
Conduct routine equipment checks and basic maintenance
Assist with irrigation system checks, adjustments, and minor repairs
Site Standards & Compliance
Maintain clean, safe,



and professional worksites
Follow safe work procedures and chemical handling requirements
Record chemical applications and maintenance activities as requiredSupport environmentally responsible turf management practices
Team Contribution
Work collaboratively with other turf staff and project teams
Follow work schedules and daily task allocations
Contribute to effective site operations and high presentation standards
About You
Qualifications & Experience
Certificate III in Sports Turf Management (or working towards)
Minimum 2 years' experience in sports turf or grounds maintenance
Practical knowledge of turf care, irrigation systems, and machinery operation
Chemical handling certification (ACUP or equivalent or willingness to acquire same)
Construction White Card
Current Medium Rigid (MR) driver's licence
Skills & Attributes
Strong practical turf maintenance skills
Reliable, organised, and detail-focused
Able to follow maintenance programs and instructions
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Physically fit and capable of manual work
Willing to work occasional weekends or event days when required
Why Join Victorian Sports Group?
You will be part of a team delivering well-maintained sporting environments used by communities and athletes across Victoria.
The role offers consistent work, varied sites, and the opportunity to develop your technical turf skills within an experienced sports construction and maintenance business.
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📌 Sports Turf Curator (Victoria)
🏢 Victorian Sports Group
📍 Victoria