Job Description

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Club Malua is seeking an experienced and motivated Head of Greens & Maintenance to oversee the presentation, care and ongoing maintenance of our bowling greens, grounds and club facilities.

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Located in the coastal community of Malua Bay, Club Malua is home to approximately 130 playing bowls members and operates two natural grass bowling greens . The greens are central to the club's bowling activities, including regular social bowls, pennants, championships and tournaments.

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This is a hands-on position suited to someone who takes pride in producing quality playing surfaces, can work independently and understands the importance of presenting a welcoming and well-maintained community venue.

About the Role n

This is a full-time position of 38 hours per week , early morning and weekend work required to support bowls events, tournaments and seasonal maintenance.

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The successful applicant will take primary responsibility for the condition and presentation of the club's two grass bowling greens, surrounding grounds and general outdoor facilities.

Key Responsibilities n

Prepare, mow, roll and maintain two natural grass bowling greens.

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Ensure greens are prepared to a high standard for social bowls, pennants, championships and tournaments.

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Collaborate, develop and manage seasonal turf maintenance and renovation programs in conjunction with Green and Maintenance Manager for Cabra Bowls.

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Undertake fertilising, aerating, top-dressing, pest control and disease management.

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Monitor turf health, irrigation requirements and playing conditions.

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Maintain gardens, banks, pathways and surrounding outdoor areas.

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Operate, service and maintain greenkeeping machinery and equipment.

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Coordinate specialist contractors and suppliers when required.

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Assist with general club maintenance, minor repairs and improvement projects.

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Manage greenkeeping materials, chemicals, equipment and maintenance records.

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Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with relevant workplace health and safety requirements.

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Communicate effectively with club management, the Bowls Committee and playing members.

About You n

The ideal applicant will have:

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Previous experience in greenkeeping, turf management or sports-ground maintenance.

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Demonstrated experience maintaining natural turf bowling greens or comparable sporting surfaces.

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A sound understanding of turf renovation, irrigation, fertilising, pest control and disease management.

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The ability to plan and manage work independently.

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Robust organisational and time-management skills.

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A practical, hands-on approach to general maintenance.

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Pride in maintaining high-quality playing surfaces and club facilities.

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Good communication skills and the ability to work positively with members, staff and contractors.

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Availability to work early mornings and some weekends when required.

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Relevant qualifications in sports turf management, horticulture or greenkeeping will be highly regarded. A current driver licence and relevant chemical-handling qualifications are also desirable.

Why Join Club Malua? n

Take ownership of two established natural grass bowling greens.

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Join a welcoming club with approximately 130 active playing members.

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Work in the coastal community of Malua Bay.

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Enjoy a varied, hands-on role across turf, grounds and facility maintenance.

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Become part of a supportive and community-focused club.

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Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience.

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📌 Head Greenkeeper (Malua Bay)
🏢 Club Malua
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