Sports Field Assistant Supervisor
Permanent Full-time
Make the grass always greener on both sides of the field for our iconic sporting and recreational venues in Lake Macquarie.
* Opportunity within the turf management industry with an operational and strategic focus
* Flexible working with a condensed 4-day work week trial
* Make our beautiful outdoor spaces your new office and contribute to our local sporting community
You will bring:
* Tertiary/Trade certificate qualifications in Sports Turf Management
* Proven leadership, supervisory, interpersonal and communication skills
* Extensive relevant experience in Sports Field maintenance, including using small plant and specialised turf machinery relevant to the role
* Practical understanding of Sports Field Irrigation Systems
* Experience working with limited supervision
LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS
* Competitive salary from $70,248 to $81,639 a year plus 12% superannuation
* Additional adverse working conditions allowance
* Annual Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply
* Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
* Flexible working 4-day condensed work week, so you can enjoy a long weekend, every weekend
* Strong safety culture – PPE provided, and safety practices supported across all work sites
* Supportive, empowering, collaborative and innovative work environment
* Enjoy working in various outdoor locations across beautiful Lake Macquarie
* We are committed to being an employer of choice. We will do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority
* We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our corporate fitness program starting from $10.00 per week, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program.
* Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac
CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY
We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET'S START
* If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you Send your application in by midnight, Sunday 19 October 2025
* For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Murray O'Brien, Coordinator City Presentation, on or via email
* If you require assistance submitting your application, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Georgina Green, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on or via email
* Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you
* To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
* Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.