Get paid to learn.
Build a career outdoors.Love sport?
Enjoy working outdoors?
Looking for a career that's hands-on, rewarding and full of opportunities?
Join Sutherland Shire Council as an Apprentice Greenkeeper (Sports Turf Management) and earn while you learn, gaining a nationally recognised Certificate III in Sports Turf Management while helping maintain the sports grounds, cricket wickets and open spaces enjoyed by our community.What's in it for youEarn while you learn with a paid apprenticeship9-day fortnight for better work-life balanceCouncil commitment to an 8% pay increase over the next two yearsLearn from experienced Sports Turf professionalsGain a nationally recognised qualificationCareer progression opportunities within CouncilHours of work: Temporary Full Time - working 38 hours per week, 9-day fortnight.To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.About the roleAs an Apprentice Greenkeeper, you'll be part of our Sports Turf team while completing your Certificate III in Sports Turf Management.You'll gain practical experience maintaining sports fields, cricket wickets and open spaces while learning protected work practices,



operating equipment and developing the skills needed for a successful career in sports turf management.About youWe're looking for someone who:Has completed Year 10 or equivalentIs keen to undertake a Certificate III in Sports Turf ManagementEnjoys working outdoors and being physically activeCan work well as part of a teamHas a positive attitude and willingness to learnIs committed to working safelyJoin our Team and Grow with Us!
If you're motivated, enjoy working outdoors and want to build a career maintaining high-quality sporting facilities, we'd love to hear from you.Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check.
Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.Reach out to George Crowe, Sports Turf Manager ****** for any job specific enquiries.Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner ******** can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.
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📌 Apprentice Greenkeeper (New South Wales)
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