Group and Team:
Place Design, Sport, and Recreation Group, Sport and Recreation Team
Location:
North Hobart
Employment status:
Permanent Full-time
Classification:
Municipal Trades Level 1
Agreement:
Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement ****
Salary range:
$86,051 to $87,893 per annum (includes 15% loading) + 13.5% superannuation.
About The Role
This role is part of our Sport and Recreation team and plays a key part in keeping Hobart's sporting fields and high‐profile parks in top condition. You will help with turf maintenance, facility upgrades, equipment repairs and ensuring our spaces stay secure, functional and ready for community use and major sporting events.
Role Accountabilities Include
Carrying out work programs related to the maintenance of Turf areas.
Efficient use of plant, equipment and resources.
Completion of relevant documentation.
Attendance and participation at team meetings.
Prioritising WHS legislation and regulations, ensuring compliance with safe work practices.
The opportunity to prepare, renovate and contribute to the ongoing maintenance of turf cricket wickets and other sports surfaces.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description
About You
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the turf management sector including the development and maintenance of sporting fields. Additionally, they should have a proven understanding of irrigation system design, installation, and maintenance processes and the use of turf related machinery and attachments.
What You Will Bring
Successful completion of Certificate III Horticulture, coupled with proven experience in the turf management sector or an equivalent combination of relevant skills and/or experience.
Construction Industry White Card.
Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
Current Medium Rigid Driver Licence.
If you enjoy working outdoors, solving practical problems and being part of a supportive team, this role offers variety,



impact and the chance to take real pride in your work.
About Us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We Recognise Contributions To Our Workforce And Offer
Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
A wide range of leave entitlements.
Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
Learn more about our vision, mission and values.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website.
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📌 Turf Maintenance Tradesperson (9225.03) (Hobart)
🏢 City of Hobart
📍 Hobart