Apprentice Sports Turf Management

16 hours ago


Liverpool NSW, Australia Liverpool City Council AU Full time $31,408 - $49,469 per year

WHY US?

Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We're responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that's making a tangible difference.

Liverpool is a vibrant city that lies in the heart of Greater Western Sydney. Working with Liverpool City Council offers a wealth of professional opportunities. Liverpool is a diverse and innovative Council located at the gateway to the upcoming Western Sydney Airport. Liverpool is fast becoming Sydney's third CBD and is going through rapid change and growth, with nearly 100 new residents arriving every week. If great community outcomes are to be realised, Liverpool requires the best minds to realise this opportunity.

JOB DETAILS: Temporary Full -Time position 36 Hours 4 days per week (3 to 4 yrs) Salary -$31,408 - $49,469 pa + 12% super Locaton: Depot

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This apprenticeship is a full-time position within our Parks and Open space Services team. The successful candidate will work towards the completion of their Certificate III in Parks and Gardens. This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience developing practical skill in the maintenance and care for councils parks, open space gardens and public trees. This role is offered as an apprenticeship and is open to new starters and continuing apprentices in 1st or 2nd year of the same qualification.

This role involves:

  • Sports field Maintenance.
  • Parks and Garden Maintenance.
  • Carry out works in accordance with the Work Health and Safety act and Parks Procedures.
  • Comply with responsibilities relating to the terms of the Training Contract as an Apprentice (training attendance and attainment of competencies).
  • Complete a qualification in Certificate III in Sports Turf Management while working in a full-time capacity.

Benefits of working with us:

  • Opportunities to expand your knowledge
  • Health and wellbeing benefits include two health and wellbeing leave days per calendar year and access to our Employee Assistance Program
  • Career progression opportunities & ongoing professional development
  • Access to a Fitness Passport

We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position.

The salary (within the above-mentioned range) will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Click here for a copy of the position description..

CLOSING: 08/10/2025

Be part of creating the future, For further information about the position please contact Robert Louis Vander Straaten, Coordinator Sportsfields by email



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