Apprentice Turf Management

Temporary Full Time (Apprenticeship – 4 years)

$31,865 per annum (plus super)

About Us

Located
35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129
square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central
activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre
and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as
the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater
Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia,
with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom
were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and
social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We
are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic
and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise
that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community
and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of
our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged,
accountable, creative and honest.

Join a dedicated team committed to maintaining and enhancing
our community's sporting facilities. We pride ourselves on delivering top-tier
cricket wickets and support facilities that serve as a benchmark for quality
and excellence.

About the Role

Join a dedicated team committed to maintaining and enhancing
our community's sporting facilities. We pride ourselves on delivering top-tier
cricket wickets and support facilities that serve as a benchmark for quality
and excellence.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to embark on a Turf Management
Apprenticeship, focusing on the preparation and maintenance of cricket wickets.
Under the guidance of the Service Coordinator Turf Wickets and experienced Turf
Wicket Curators, you'll gain hands-on experience while pursuing a Certificate
III in Sports Turf Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist
  in preparing and maintaining turf wickets and practice facilities to the
  highest standards.
• Identify
  and manage turf pests and diseases.
• Implement
  contemporary turf management and irrigation practices.
• Ensure
  compliance with safety protocols and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain
  accurate records related to turf management activities.
• Participate
  in training across various horticultural disciplines.

About
you

To
be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and
understanding of the following:

• A
  genuine interest in turf maintenance and a commitment to completing a
  Certificate III in Sports Turf Management.
• Prior
  experience in related fields is advantageous but not essential.
• Current
  Victorian driver's licence (required prior to commencement).
• Ability
  to work collaboratively within a team and communicate effectively with
  colleagues and the public.
• Willingness
  to engage in both on-the-job training and formal education components of
  the apprenticeship.

Please ensure
you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as
part of your application

You may be required to
undertake practical
testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity
assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

The successful
candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will
be asked to consent to a national police
check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject
to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with
criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position.
Each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits of working with us

Council
believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they
do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our
workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and
supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to
learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse
organisation.

Our
benefits include

·
Competitive salary

·
Salary sacrifice childcare (where
available)

·
Flexible working options supported
including hybrid work

·
Access to learning & development
programs including study assistance

·
Reward & recognition programs

·
Health initiatives

·
Access to our support and wellbeing
programs

·
A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers
page: Working with Us

Council will consider
flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse
community and encourage applications from everyone including people of
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual
orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse
backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give
due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any
prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming
environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse
and harm.

How to Apply

To apply for this
position please complete the online application form including:

·
A
brief cover letter

·
Your
resume

·
Response
to key selection criteria

You
will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application
process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference
checks

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Applications close: 5pm, Tuesday, 28 October 2025

Further information:
Dave Cope,