Greenkeeper / Spray Technician

Our workload is growing and we are looking for multiple team members to join our Turf Services team.   

We are seeking a greenkeeper/groundsperson to carry out greenkeeping duties on a range of sports fields, parks and foreshores. Our roles gives you the opportunity to work on a variety of sites – no two days are the same. 

Experience in the turf industry is favoured, along with some chemical knowledge, the ability to solve problems and work in a variety of environments. 

This role involves working predominantly as a solo operator as part of our Turf Services department. Our work includes turf maintenance of sports fields and parks on council and private sites, and includes aspects of green-keeping such as chemical spraying, fertilising, minor renovations and occasionally mowing.

We start and finish each day from our base in Stapylton, heading out to our sites in company vehicles.  Overnight shifts and some overnight stays can be required, due to the locations of some sites and client/job requirements (allowances paid). 

Please see below for the key skills and qualifications Austspray is looking for:

Essential Qualifications/ Experience:

• Greenkeeping or sports turf industry knowledge
• Minimum MR drivers licence (or the ability to obtain an MR/HR);
• White Card;

Desirable Skills/ Qualifications:

• Cert lll Horticulture (Sports Turf Management) or equivalent or currently studying;
• ACDC Licence (or able to obtain);
• Some grass species, weed and pest identification skills;
• Some experience and knowledge of chemical products and their uses;
• Some machinery spraying experience.

Job security for our team members is important to us, so these are full time permanent roles with annual leave, personal leave etc and RDO hours. Outstanding employees may be considered for industry training and qualifications after a probationary period. We have an on-site gym, personal trainer, nutritionist and free annual skin checks. 
 
We operate under a smoke and drug free work environment policy, and our employees are required to undertake pre-employment and random drug testing periodically. 

Please send your resume and cover letter through to **@austspray.com .