Turf Tradesperson – Parks Operations

3 days ago


Maddington, Western Australia City of Gosnells Full time $70,000 - $90,000 per year
  • Full time (76 hours per fortnight)
  • Nine-day fortnight option
  • Generous superannuation (Up to 17%, conditions apply)
  • Five weeks annual leave per annum
  • Free parking available on site
  • Health and wellness benefits such as free annual skin checks and flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments plus seasonal fitness/wellness sessions)
  • Great location (right next to Albany Highway and near Tonkin and Roe highways)
  • Access to health fund corporate discount
  • Annual salary: $ 85,331 plus super

About the City of Gosnells (City)

The City serves a diverse community of more than 135,000 residents. The City is a large local government in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About this position

The City is committed to providing attractive, safe and well-maintained parks, public spaces and natural areas for passive and active recreation while protecting and conserving the natural environment.

Based primarily at Sutherlands Park, the Turf Tradesperson will assist in the establishment, presentation, and maintenance of high-quality turf playing surfaces and horticultural areas.

This role will provide technical knowledge and hands-on support to the Turf Curator and Supervisor to help maintain consistent standards across the City's sporting facilities. A key part of the position will also involve the preparation and maintenance of clay cricket wickets, ensuring top-quality playing conditions and well-presented grounds.

What we are looking for

To be successful, you must be able to demonstrate:

  • Sound knowledge and demonstrated experience in turf management practices and equipment use in a local government or sports turf environment.
  • Proven ability to work effectively as a team member, exercising initiative and judgement whilst working with minimal supervision.
  • Proven ability to prioritise and monitor personal workload with minimal supervision to achieve agreed outcomes within specified timeframes
  • Good customer service and teamwork skills to be able to maintain positive working relationships with our diverse workforce and community.

Essential requirements

  • Current MR driver's licence
  • White Card
  • National Police Clearance (no more than three months old). Please note: This is not essential to apply for the role but will be required at a later stage as it is an appointment condition.
  • Certificate III or higher in Horticulture, Turf Management, or equivalent.

Operator tickets for operating machinery such as Loader, Forklift and Chainsaw will be well regarded.

Candidates may also be considered for future similar positions if they become available within the next six months.

In return we can offer you

  • A competitive salary and additional superannuation contributions
  • Opportunities to learn and grow your skills and career
  • A supportive and forward-thinking work environment where your contributions shape the community's future.

Ready to apply?

For more information or to apply visit the City's careers site.

Human Resources can be contacted on for any questions.

Applications close at 4pm on Friday 31 October 2025.

The City reserves the right to invite candidates for an interview before the closing date.

The City of Gosnells embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disability.


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