Turf Maintenance Worker

Job No: 4080225
Location: Kingston

Position: Position Number 000408

Department: Turf Maintenance

Employment Status: Permanent Full Time

Location: Twin Ovals Complex

Salary range: $75,586 - $79,851 (15% loading included)

Kingborough Council has a vacancy for a qualified Turf Maintenance Worker to join the Turf Unit based at the Twin Ovals, Kingston.  We are seeking someone passionate about a career in turf management and who has previous experience in maintaining sports fields or turf grass to a high standard.

Experience in turf wicket preparation and maintenance along with a medium rigid driver’s licence would be highly desirable.  The role also requires experience with automated irrigation systems and the operation of a range of plant and machinery, such as tractors, ride-on mowers, brush cutters and chemical spray equipment.

The base salary offered is within the range of $65,727 to $69,436 annum, plus 12.5% employer superannuation contribution.  The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work under a flexible work arrangement which provides for an additional 15% salary loading on all hours worked.  

Further details are available from Brad Marsh, Team Leader on 0438 049 863.

Please note: Under Council’s Employee Immunisation Administrative Policy, the incumbent in this position will be required to be immunised against tetanus, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B.

How to Apply: 

  • Before you begin, please ensure you have read the Information Package which includes the Position Description and the Key Selection Criteria found here or by visiting https://www.kingborough.tas.gov.au/council/jobs/current-vacancies/
  • Please include the following with your application:
    •  a short covering letter to introduce yourself and outline the reasons you are applying for the position, and
    • a current resume that includes relevant information such as, details of your work history, qualifications and any other training or development programs.
  • You must address the selection criteria as listed in the online employment portal.
  • Applications can be submitted online through the Employment Portal on Council’s website.

Applications close on Sunday 16 March 2025.

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About Kingborough Council

Grow your career at Kingborough Council and take advantage of the fantastic lifestyle opportunity offered on the picturesque south-east coast of Tasmania. Located an easy 15-minute drive south of the capital city Hobart, Kingborough is one of the fastest growing areas in the state. With a population around 40,000 people, Kingborough offers a wonderful family lifestyle, including quality educational facilities, sporting and recreational services, service clubs and shopping centres.