Turf Tradesperson
Core
Maintaining and preparing high-profile lawns, open space turf, gardens, and trees across Melbourne Park's venues to support world-class sporting and entertainment events.
Role type
Turf Tradesperson (Horticulture)
Builds
World-class grounds, gardens, and facilities for tennis Grand Slams, concerts, and community events.
Domain
Sports & Entertainment / Horticulture
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Turf management, horticulture machinery operation, chemical application, data collection, equipment troubleshooting, safety compliance
Preferred skills
Major event operations experience, forklift operation, WHS knowledge
Technologies
Turf management machinery, horticultural equipment, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Assist in delivering the turf management program, prepare and maintain high-quality lawns and open space turf, maintain gardens and landscaped areas, apply chemicals and fertilisers safely, collect and maintain turf management data, operate turf and horticulture machinery safely, identify equipment issues and recommend solutions, collaborate with venue and event teams to support safe event delivery, participate in toolbox meetings and promote safe working practices.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC