Groundsperson

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Groundsperson to join our team, helping deliver world-class events such as the Brisbane International.

The Queensland Tennis Centre is a $100 million state-of-the-art facility, including Pat Rafter Arena (5,500 seat centre court), as well as 23 International Tennis Federation standard courts including clay, grass, and synthetic surfaces – the first in Australia to be built with all three Grand Slam surfaces.

The role:

The Groundsperson is responsible for assisting in the preparation, maintenance and presentation of the Queensland Tennis Centre for all events, including the courts and surrounds, to the required international and national standard.

Key tasks include:

• Maintain the venue precincts green assets and surrounds (grassed areas, paths, gardens, and carparks) to a professional and safe standard.
• Carry out improvements and minor repairs to the venue and courts of play, structures, grounds and surrounds, ensuring safety is always front of mind.
• Assist with the coordination of maintenance contractors and venue related setups and pull-downs for events, including supervision of logistics or events staff. 
• Identify turf problems (pests, disease, weeds) and take action to resolve the problem in a timely manner.
• Carry out minor repairs and servicing to small plant and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Queensland Tennis Centre is a venue of Stadiums Queensland (SQ). 

Why work for SQ?

• Innovative & Fun – with a calendar of world-class events and sporting fixtures, why wouldn’t you want to be a part of something big, and at the same time, provide local communities with an awesome customer-centric experience. 
• Achievement & Challenge – if you thrive on challenge and recognition, SQ may be perfect for you.  This is an organisation where employees contribute to make a difference and receive recognition for their professionalism and results.
• Learning and Development – SQ wants to develop future leaders and specialists in their fields.  As an employee, you’ll get as much out of your development as what you put into it.
• Teamwork – we are supportive, enthusiastic, and passionate – One team, One dream, enabling us to deliver world-class experiences and celebrate the successes.
• International Venues – If you have ever attended one of our venues, you’ll already know this.  Offering the highest standards, our venues are both historic and iconic, and create a stage for memorable sporting and entertainment events delivered with the highest level of environmental sustainability and social governance.

SQ is charged with the management of major sports facilities that are declared under Queensland Government regulation as being venues having the capacity to stage national or international sports events, recreational or entertainment experiences. SQ’s portfolio of venues include Suncorp Stadium, The Gabba, Sleeman Sports Complex, Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre, Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Cbus Super Stadium, Queensland Tennis Centre and People First Stadium. 

Please visit the Stadiums Queensland Careers page, for the full position description and details on the application process.