Earn while you learn and gain a nationally recognised qualification
Hands-on work across golf courses, sports grounds & irrigation systems
Two career pathways available - Sports Turf Management or Irrigation Technology
Turf Management & Irrigation Apprenticeships - Adelaide, SA
Kickstart your career in the turf and irrigation industry with a hands-on apprenticeship working across some of South Australia's golf courses, sporting grounds, council reserves, schools and landscaped spaces.
Programmed Apprenticeships & Traineeships are seeking motivated individuals to join our client, a leading South Australian turf and irrigation company with over 20 years of industry experience.
We currently have opportunities available across
two apprenticeship pathways:
Certificate III in Sports Turf Management
Certificate III in Irrigation Technology
You'll work alongside experienced industry professionals, gaining practical skills while completing a
nationally recognised qualification
.
This is a mobile role working across various sites throughout metropolitan Adelaide. You will report directly to your allocated worksite rather than a central depot.
About the Opportunities
If you enjoy working outdoors and have an interest in sports grounds, golf courses, horticulture or turf maintenance, this could be the perfect opportunity to turn that interest into a career.
You'll gain hands-on experience across a variety of turf environments and learn how to:
Maintain and prepare sports turf surfaces, golf courses and playing fields
Operate and maintain equipment including ride‐on mowers, tractors and whipper snippers
Assist with turf renovation programs
Install, maintain and troubleshoot irrigation systems
Control weeds, pests, diseases and turf disorders
Safely undertake chemical spraying




Conduct turf assessments and assist with turf management plans
Work safely in outdoor environments and follow WHS procedures
Irrigation Apprenticeship
The Irrigation Apprenticeship is ideal for someone interested in learning the technical side of irrigation systems and developing practical skills across a range of outdoor environments.
You'll learn how to:
Install, operate and maintain irrigation systems
Read and interpret irrigation plans
Install pressurised systems, pumps and drainage systems
Monitor soil and site conditions
Troubleshoot and repair irrigation systems
Work with modern technology including sensor‐based controllers
Apply environmentally sustainable irrigation practices
Follow workplace health and safety requirements
You'll develop a broad range of skills in irrigation installation, maintenance and management while working across a variety of sites throughout South Australia.
Location: Various worksites across metropolitan Adelaide
What We're Looking For
We're looking for applicants who have:
A genuine interest in
turf management, irrigation or working outdoors
A willingness to learn and commit to completing an apprenticeship
Good physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
A reliable, punctual and enthusiastic attitude
The ability to work well as part of a team
A
White Card
A current driver's licence, or be in the process of obtaining one, is preferred




Turf applicants only:
You will also be required to obtain a WWCC and relevant Catholic school clearances.
What's In It For You?
Earn while you learn
and work towards a nationally recognised qualification
Hands‐on training and experience with experienced industry professionals
Ongoing mentoring and support throughout your apprenticeship
Work across golf courses, sporting ovals, schools and council assets throughout SA
Gain practical skills across a variety of sites and projects
Join a positive and inclusive team environment
Competitive apprentice wages and access to employee benefits
Build the foundations for a long‐term career in the turf or irrigation industry
About Our Client
Our client is a leading South Australian turf and irrigation company with more than 20 years of experience across golf course maintenance, sports turf construction, irrigation and horticultural services.
Based in Adelaide's Southern Suburbs, they work with local councils, schools, sporting clubs and private clients to create and maintain high‐quality green spaces across South Australia.
They are committed to quality, sustainability and developing the next generation of professionals within the turf and irrigation industry.
Who we are
As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.
At Programmed, we are committed to creating a protected and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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📌 Turf Management & Irrigation Apprenticeships (South Australia)
🏢 Programmed
📍 South Australia