Apprentice Sports Turf Management

WHY US:

Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We’re responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that’s making a tangible difference. 

JOB DETAILS            

Temporary Full Time - 36 hours, 4 days per week  Salary: $ 31,408 to 49,469  

JOB DESCRIPTION

This apprenticeship is a full-time position within our Parks and Open space Services team. The successful candidate will work towards the completion of their Certificate III in Sports Turf Management.  This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience developing practical skill in the maintenance and care for councils parks, open space gardens and sports facilities. This role is offered as an apprenticeship and is open to new starters and continuing apprentices in 1st or 2nd year of the same qualification. 

ABOUT YOU

• The successful applicant will have:
• Completion of year 10.
• Willingness to enrol and complete apprenticeship in Certificate 3 Sports Turf Management
• Class C driver’s licence (or Provisional Licence).
• Willingness to obtain MR licence.
• A genuine interest in the outdoors, sports turf, horticulture, gardening and landscape maintenance.
• Knowledge of horticultural practices.
• Ability to set priorities and organise work.
• Strong communication skills.
• Able to take direction and implement feedback on performance.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC

•        Opportunities to expand your knowledge.
•        Health and wellbeing benefits include two health and wellbeing leave days per calendar year and access to our Employee     Assistance Program
•        Career progression opportunities & ongoing professional development
•        Access to a Fitness Passport 

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check 

HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume. 

Click here for a copy of the position description 

CLOSING:   05/2/2026

Be part of creating the future, For further information about the position please contact Robert Louis Vander Straaten, Coordinator Sportsfields by email at [email protected].