Turfsports Professional

4 days ago

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia beBeeGolf Full time $50,000 - $75,000

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as an Apprentice Sports Turf Manager. This is a rare opportunity for someone who has a keen interest in golf and wants to become a qualified Greenkeeper.

About the Opportunity

Royal Pines Resort, located on the Gold Coast, is one of Australia's leading conference and events resorts. Our championship golf course is ranked in the top 100 golf courses within Australia and offers three 18-hole, par-72 combination layouts, along with a driving range, putting green and chipping green.

Responsibilities

  1. Work under the guidance of our experienced golf course maintenance team to learn about all things golf course and turf management.
  2. Learn and develop fundamental skills to manage turf grass surfaces and become a qualified sports turf tradesperson.
  3. Develop knowledge of health & safety, sustainable work practices, turf establishment and maintenance, irrigation & drainage systems, operating specialised machinery, plant nutrition, pest management and construction of turf playing surfaces.

Requirements

  • Reliability and commitment to complete all requirements of a Certificate III turf management qualification.
  • Previous completion of a Certificate II in Horticulture, highly regarded.
  • Driver's Licence, desirable.
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic, can use initiative, attention to detail & take pride in your work.
  • Ability to work well with others in a team environment, willingness to follow directions, learn & ask questions.
  • A genuine passion and interest in golf & turf management, positive & friendly attitude.
  • Physically fit to undertake manual work & heavy lifting.
  • Excellent presentation, grooming & hygiene.

What We Offer

  • Permanent Full-time position.
  • Apprenticeship Salary.
  • Discounts on products & resorts.
  • Employee of the month awards & recognition.
  • Support to complete a nationally recognised qualification AHC31319 Cert III in Sports Turf Management.
  • Training fees paid for by RACV.
  • On-the-job training & supervision.
  • Off-the-job training at TAFE Grovely Campus, Brisbane.
  • Support to maintain a training plan.
  • Learn from our qualified and experienced greenkeeping team.
  • Uniform.
  • Parking onsite.

The Difference

Be part of a team who cares. Back your ambition and find a new career.