Sports Turf Operator

Job No: BC2783
Location: Blacktown, NSW
Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.
Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.
Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
About the opportunity
Are you a Sports Turf Operator with experience in maintaining fine turf surfaces for community sports?
Are you ready for a challenge?
Do you want to improve community Sports Turf surfaces for our future sporting champions?
If so then this is the position for you!
At Blacktown, we are dedicated to providing quality sports field turf surfaces for the local community. With 165 individual sporting fields and the expected construction of over 20 new sporting fields within the City over the next 10 years, this is an opportunity that cannot be missed. We are seeking a highly motivated, appropriately experienced individual to operate Sports Turf equipment at our numerous sporting facilities. Duties will include the use of cylinder mowing equipment, turf renovation equipment and all other plant associated with the maintenance of turf sporting surfaces. If you are passionate about Sports Turf, then come and join us in Building the Best.
Qualifications and experience
Essential:
Extensive experience in the operation and maintenance of Sports Turf machinery especially cylinder/gang mowers.
Extensive experience in tractor, turf maintenance equipment (skid steers / front decks) and turf renovation implement operation and maintenance. Such as verti drain, scarifying and Amazone implements or similar
Demonstrated experience in the maintenance of Sports Turf surfaces
Herbicide AQF III accreditation
Current class MR driver’s licence.
Desirable:
WorkCover approved front-end loader and/or back-hoe and/or forklift or EWP operator accreditation
Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
Ability to work independently without constant supervision
Demonstrated commitment to customer service
Knowledge of and experience in fine turf sports maintenance (weed identification, irrigation system operation).
Remuneration and benefits
The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
Entry level for this position starts at $1,222.32 per week
38-hour working week
Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight
Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.
Our commitment to safety
Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.
We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:
Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application. Best of luck.
Closing date: Friday 8 March 2024, 11.59 pm
Contact officer: Rod Springall on 9839 6099 Internal ref: BCC400