Apprentice Sports Turf Management

3 weeks ago


Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Bendigo Advertiser Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the *Apprentice Sports Turf Management - Tuncurry* role at Bendigo Advertiser.

Kickstart your future with MidCoast Council We're offering Traineeship and Apprenticeship opportunities for 2026. You'll gain hands-on experience, earn while you learn, and build a foundation for a career in local government. Apprenticeship – Certificate III in Sports Turf Management (3-year role).

Responsibilities

You'll contribute to keeping our sports fields, parks, reserves, cemeteries, and other community spaces safe and well-maintained. Responsibilities include:

  • Use and care for equipment like mowers and garden tools
  • Maintain turf, trees, shrubs, and flower beds
  • Work alongside experienced staff to learn practical turf and horticulture skills
Requirements / Qualifications

We're looking for someone interested in sports turf management who enjoys outdoor work and shows commitment through school, study, or past work. Be reliable, focused, and eager to learn.

Employment Details
  • Position: Apprentice Sports Turf Management (Certificate III)
  • Location: MidCoast Council Depot, Grey Gum Road, Tuncurry; may be based at other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region
  • Tenure: Fixed term 3 years
  • Hours: 38 hours per week, with a fortnightly rostered day off
  • Commencement: Tuesday 27 January 2026
  • Remuneration: Salary range approximately $31,288 to $53,196 p.a. in accordance with Local Government (State) Award; salary determined by age, qualifications, and prior experience
  • Superannuation: 12% additional

Pre-employment requirements: completion of a basic skills assessment and medical check (medical includes drug and alcohol test, sight and hearing, and functional and medical components).

How to apply: Review the position description in PDF or Word formats. When answering the application questions, provide detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. You may save your application before submitting, but ensure you submit before the closing date.

How to apply details: Click the "NEXT" button on the application form to attach your resume. We will contact you via email with updates.

Closing date

Closing date: Monday 6 October 2025 at 11:30 pm.

Contacts

For position requirements: Paul McCullough, Parks Works Supervisor South, (02) 7955 7521, paul.mccullough@midcoast.nsw.gov.au

For enquiry about the application process: Josie Reardon, Human Resources Officer, (02) 7955 7328, josie.reardon@midcoast.nsw.gov.au

How to Apply Note

Seniority level: Internship

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Other

Industry: Newspaper Publishing

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