Turf Services Opportunities – Trade Qualified Roles
- Great opportunity for experienced & qualified Greenkeepers to join our Turf Services teams across Bayside Council at our Botany and Banskmeadow Depots.
- Work locally, enjoy a fortnightly RDO and access to discounted gym membership, wellbeing programs & more!
- Earn between $70,599 to $79,071 per annum plus 12% superannuation
At Bayside Council, we take pride in serving our community with transparency, integrity, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service. We are currently seeking trade‑qualified professionals who care about quality work and contributing to well‑maintained, safe and vibrant public spaces.
About the role
This is a great opportunity for a qualified Greenkeeper or Horticulturalist to join our Turf Services team. Working from either Banksmeadow or Botany depot, you will be part of a team responsible for delivering both planned and reactive turf and horticultural maintenance across Bayside’s parks and open spaces.
You will contribute to the upkeep of sports fields, open space assets, turf surfaces, and horticultural areas, while also providing guidance and support to operational staff on site.
You can also expect to:
- Plan and organise work to deliver work requests or programs through digital work order system.
- Report any identified work request variations to Team Leader to ensure Council parks and open space assets are well maintained
- Provide feedback and contribute to team processes to improve service delivery, safety and compliance.
- Guide operational staff on site to enable overall delivery of allocated work.
- Work in collaboration with and assist the team, manager and other key stakeholders to achieve business unit goals, work requests, demands and Council priorities.
- Lead small crews on site or work independently to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
- Monitor work quality and compliance with safety and environmental requirements.
- Mentor and support less experienced staff.
- Implement WHS procedures, traffic management plans, and site risk assessments.
- Conduct pre-start checks, toolbox talks, and hazard identification.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, and Council policies.
- Communicate professionally with residents and stakeholders on site.
- Represent Council in a courteous and accountable manner
Essential Requirements
We are looking for someone who has the following qualifications and expertise:
- Trade Certificate, equivalent qualification (i.e., Minimum Cert III Parks & Gardens, Horticulture or Sports Turf Management).
- Experience in a relevant field.
- A SafeWork NSW white card (general construction induction card).
- Current Driver’s Licence Class C.
- Current “Chem Use” accreditation OR willingness to obtain during probation period
Our benefits:
On top of your salary, you will enjoy;
- A Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight.
- Generous leave provisions including: 15 days sick leave each year,
- 2 days health and wellbeing leave (from your sick leave balance each year),
- 3 extra days off during Christmas each year (Grant Days), and more.
- Continuous training and tickets relevant to your role
- Access to Fitness Passport, social clubs and wellbeing programs
Apply now:Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the Position Description by clicking the paperclip button located in the top right section of this page. If you have any issues opening the link, please contact us at
support.erecruit@bayside.nsw.gov.au
Deadline: Monday 1 June 2026. Interviews will be held after the closing date.
Salary Range: From $70,599 - $79,071 per year plus 12% superannuation
Checks: Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check and a Medical to ensure they are able to carry out the physical requirements of the role.
All applicants must have full Australian work rights. Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.
Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role.
Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.
