Apprentice Grounds Person

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Brighton Grammar School Full time
Overview

Apprentice Grounds Person (Sports Turf Management) role at Brighton Grammar School. Full-time, permanent position in the grounds maintenance team.

Applications are being sought for a full-time Apprentice Grounds Person (Sports Turf management) to join our high performing maintenance team working Monday to Friday.

The Apprentice Grounds Person is responsible for supporting the works required to keep the school lawns, ovals, nature strips, church grounds and related infrastructure in good order. With an emphasis on turf management, the Apprentice Grounds Person also supports the Head Groundsman in maintaining equipment (such as pumps, irrigation and drainage) and stock levels to ensure all grass areas are maintained and free from harmful insects, weed and diseases.

Position details

Position No: 696088

Applications Close: 08/09/2025 5:00 PM

Occupation: Property / Maintenance

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

About Brighton Grammar School

Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar is an Anglican school passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. The School's cutting-edge teaching and learning techniques, supported by our in-house research centre, attract the best minds in education.

The role details

Applications for the role are being sought for a full-time Apprentice Grounds Person (Sports Turf Management) to join our maintenance team.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate
  • A commitment to establishing a career in grounds maintenance or sports turf management.
  • A basic understanding of maintaining gardens and lawns.
  • An enrolment in a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management or the commitment to doing so.
  • Experience maintaining a cricket wicket would be advantageous.
  • The ability to handle a range of horticultural machinery and powered hand tools.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to engage with others in a team environment.

A current Working with Children Check clearance is essential for this position. Should you not have a current check, you would be expected to apply for one if you are successful in securing the position.

Why work for us
  • Opportunity to develop your skills with the guidance of our experienced Head Groundsman.
  • Work with highly regarded colleagues.
  • Great opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment.

We are proud of our culture at Brighton Grammar and invite you to hear more about it from some of our current staff, by watching the short video here: Work at Brighton Grammar School.

More information

To view the position description, or to apply, click on the relevant link below. For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via careers@brightongrammar.vic.edu.au

All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.

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  • Apprentice Grounds Person Sports Turf Management_August2025.pdf
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