Turf Services Labourer – Operations Technician
We are seeking a motivated General Labourer (Operations Technician) to join our Turf Team within Parks & Gardens. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in horticulture or the turf industry – no prior experience required. You'll learn the foundations of turf care and sports field maintenance, with opportunities to progress toward formal qualifications and potentially become a qualified horticulturist or turf sports manager.
Working from our Botany, Bexley and Mascot depots, you will be part of a dedicated team delivering planned and reactive maintenance services across the area.
Responsibilities
* Mowing and maintaining parks, verges and sports fields
* Carrying out general park and grounds maintenance
* Clearing litter and debris
* Operating and maintaining a range of tools, machinery and turf equipment
* Learning safe and effective work practices on the job
About You
* Demonstrate a genuine passion and resilience required for physical work outdoors
* Be able to work in a team or unsupervised, taking pride in producing great outcomes safely
* Be physically fit and have a can‐do attitude
Essential Criteria
* General schooling to Year 10 or 12 and/or relevant experience
* A SafeWork NSW white card (general construction induction card)
* Current driver's licence
* Successful completion of ChemUse Certification within first 3 months
Benefits
* A rostered day off (RDO) every fortnight
* Generous leave provisions including 15 days sick leave per year
* 2 days health and wellbeing leave (from your sick leave balance each year)
* 3 extra days off during Christmas (Grant Days)
* Continuous training and tickets relevant to your role
* Access to Fitness Passport, social clubs and wellbeing programs
Salary: $70,599 – $79,071 per year plus 12% superannuation and allowances.
Closing Date: Tuesday 2 June 2026. Interviews will be held after the closing date.
Bayside Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child‐Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and safe workplace where all individuals, regardless of background, experience or identity, feel valued and respected. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with the requirements of the role.
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