Turf Maintenance Tradesperson (9225.01)

Unit: Sport & Recreation
Division: City Futures
Location: North Hobart
Employment status: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Municipal Trades Level 1
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2021 
Salary range: $78,173 to $79,859 per annum (includes 15% loading) + 13% superannuation. 

• Enjoy City of Hobart employee benefits.

• Competitive wages plus 13% superannuation.

• Permanent full-time employment in a great team environment.

About the role

The job entails working within the Sport and Recreation Unit, where you'll be part of a team responsible for maintaining and renovating Hobart's sporting facilities and high-profile parks. Your duties would include a broad range of tasks such as regular maintenance, renovations, equipment repairs, and ensuring the safety and functionality of facilities. Strong teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and physical fitness are essential for this role. You'll need to coordinate with stakeholders and keep accurate records of maintenance activities. Overall, the job involves diverse skills and responsibilities centred around maintaining and enhancing Hobart's sports facilities and parks.

Role accountabilities include:

• Carrying out work programs related to the maintenance of Turf areas.
• Efficient use of plant, equipment and resources.
• Completion of relevant documentation.
• Attendance and participation at team meetings.
• Prioritising WHS legislation and regulations, ensuring compliance with safe work practices.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Turf Maintenance Tradesperson Position Description

About you

The ideal candidate should have demonstrated experience in turf management, particularly in developing and maintaining sports fields. They must also possess a solid understanding of irrigation system design, installation, and maintenance, as well as proficiency in using turf-related machinery and attachments.

A current MR Licence is required, along with a Certificate III in Horticulture. Additionally, candidates must have a Construction Industry White Card and obtain Registration to Work with Vulnerable People before starting.

If this sounds like you, please apply by following the steps below.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, National Police History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

Before you begin

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Nathan Winch, Supervisor Sport & Recreation, on 03 6278 3213  / 0417 099 662 or email winchn@hobartcity.com.au.

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Ensure you have copies of your resume, qualification/s, and your Driver Licence to attach at the end of your application.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 6 October 2024 (AEDT).