Overview
The Facility Supervisor will be primarily responsible for the day to day tasks required to maintain the Mirrabooka International Softball Stadium. The major tasks will be the development and preparation of diamonds for the purpose of training and hosting competitions on both grass and clay surfaces. The Grounds Maintenance Officer is also responsible for the maintenance and development of the supporting and surrounding grounds features such as venue outfields, irrigation systems, spectator areas, fencing, storage sheds and other operational areas.
Location
Mirrabooka International Softball Stadium
Reporting
Sports Development and Operations Manager
Chief Executive Officer
Program Overview
SoftballWA is the governing body for the sport of softball in Western Australia. As part of its overall service charter, it manages and operates the State Softball Facility – the Mirrabooka International Softball Stadium. Softball activities are conducted at the Stadium all year round that support the overall participation and development of Softball. This role will be responsible primarily for the maintenance and enhancement of four softball diamonds and the surrounding grounds and facilities.
Key Relationships
Internal: Softball WA Staff
External: Associations, Clubs, delegates, event volunteers, service providers, and other State Sporting Association's.
Skills
Ability to use light machinery and equipment to manage sport grounds and undertake general facility maintenance
Knowledge of grounds preparation. It will be an advantage to understand technical preparation of softball diamonds on grass and clay
Other skills include line marking, reticulation, weed eradication, fencing
Good organisational skills
Ability to work with others, including volunteers
Capacity to work within a small team
Performance Measures and Outcomes
Maintaining diamonds and surrounding facilities to a high level of satisfaction based on feedback provided by Softball users
Maintaining diamonds and surrounding facilities within the agreed annual budget and operational plans
Undertake work in a timely and efficient manner
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Operate a range of single purpose light mechanical plant, either towed or as discrete units
Undertake turf and ground management tasks, including but not limited to mowing, brushcutting, edging, re-turfing, fertilizing, weed spraying, compacting, digging, raking, watering, dragging and line marking
Undertake minor facility maintenance tasks and repairs, including but not limited to servicing equipment, gutter cleaning, net repairs, brick paving and emptying of rubbish
Liaise with internal staff to ensure diamonds and facilities are ready for competition and training
Oversee and coordinate from various volunteer staff to assist in daily duties
Other duties as required
Why work for us
We offer a well maintained facility, used 7 days a week, for the enjoyment of members. You will contribute to the success of member clubs, Associations and State Softball teams chasing success in their competitions. This role provides for working in the open environment.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment in a sports relevant industry. If you love sport and want to further develop your career in facility and grounds maintenance with an industry-leading organisation, this could be the role for you
All applicants will be required to present a current Police Clearance (no older than six months) and a Working With Children's Card.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume online via SEEK.
Applications close 4pm, Friday 12th December
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