Sports Turf Curator
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Our people work behind the scenes to perform seamless infrastructure services across Australia every day. We maintain parks, gardens and golf courses, ensure environmental sustainability though water treatment management, manage capital work construction projects and are leaders in horticultural management. We protect the safety and wellbeing of over 3,000 employees in challenging work environments, in addition to managing logistics, cleaning & hygiene services, facilities and maintaining public assets across Australia.
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We are now seeking an experienced and energetic Sports Turf Curator to undertake the day-to-day maintenance of all sports turf grass and golf facilities in Royal Park and surrounding areas to the highest standard.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Maintain cricket wickets in line with play regimes including turf inspection and renovation
- Assist with the project management of relevant capital works projects
- Liaise with contractors and monitor works when necessary
- Regularly inspect and report on all irrigation components to the Head Golf Course Curator
- Assist in the training and supervision of apprentice green keepers
- Adhere to the requirements of the Serco Management System in a manner that supports the Serco mission, values and governing principles
Qualifications, skills and experience:
- Current Drivers Licence
- Turf Management apprenticeship or equivalent (desirable)
- Current and valid chemical application certificate (desirable)
- Demonstrated relevant work experience in green keeping/sports turf management including irrigation, turf, tools and equipment and schedules and agreements
- Demonstrated commitment to a safe workplace through the understanding of OHS&E requirements including written Safe Work Procedures, JSEA’s, emergency evacuation procedures, manual handling, traffic management, injury management and refueling
This is an excellent opportunity to make your mark within an established, global business. You will work with inspiring leaders who are truly passionate about the Serco business and the value we can provide to our clients.
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