Experienced Maintenance Employee - Sporting Reserve

Job Description

Experienced Maintenance Employee - Sporting Reserves Permanent Full Time Location: Morwell Salary Range: $65,932.88 to $70,754.84 plus applicable allowances and 11.5% superannuation Department: City Presentation Do you want to make an IMPACT? The Role As Experienced Maintenance Employee – Sporting Reserves, you’ll be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of Latrobe City's natural and synthetic grass playing surfaces and surrounds, performing a range of sports turf related maintenance activities throughout the Municipality. Working hours will be from 7:00AM - 4:00PM with a 9-day fortnight. Workdays will be starting and concluding at Latrobe City Council’s depot at Driffield Rd, Morwell. About You You are a team orientated individual with the ability to work autonomously when required. You have sound knowledge and experience in sports turf or high-end open space maintenance, which enables you to identify problems and recommend both technical and practical solutions to your supervisor when required. You value the importance of a positive, inclusive and collaborative workplace and contribute by engaging in open communication, encouraging teamwork, and promoting a supportive environment. You recognise the importance of providing a safe workplace for all and support this by completing daily pre-start checks, carrying out basic maintenance requirements of sports turf related equipment and machinery and following operating procedures as required. You take pride in presenting Sporting Reserves to the highest of standards and understand the role in which they play within the community. You are aware of the importance of friendly and professional communication when interacting with the community, suppliers and colleagues alike. You will have: Certificate III in Sports Turf Management desirable or substantial relevant experience working within sports turf management or maintenance of high-quality open spaces. Practical experience performing specialised skills in turf management, i.e., chemical application, turf wicket preparation, irrigation repair, oval renovations etc. A high level of knowledge in respect to current practices and industry standards relating to the preparation and maintenance of sports turf. Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety requirements in relation to sports turf maintenance and machinery operation. Current Victorian Driver’s License. Current Chemical Users License. Construction Induction (White Card). Current Medium Rigid Vehicle License (preferred). Current First Aid (preferred). Current Traffic Control and Worksite Management Certificate (preferred). All successful applicants are required to undergo a Police Check, Pre-Employment Medical Check and hold a valid employee Working with Children Check. Please note, you may be required to participate in emergency overtime works as required. Go Further at Latrobe City Council A career with us begins with a desire to empower and make positive change within our Latrobe City Community. At council you will get stuck into interesting work and experience growth as you see the impact you make unfold right in front of you. Why work for us? At Latrobe City Council we are an equal opportunity employer who invests heavily in our employees. We offer a range of training and Personal Development opportunities including a Structured Leadership Development Program and study assistance. We offer benefits such as salary packaging and access to our health and wellbeing programs. We want you to join our team and provide the best services possible for a fast-growing regional municipality of 77,086 people in the heart of Gippsland. To apply Please apply (and submit your responses to the Key Selection Criteria) via the Latrobe City Council website. Applications will close at 11.59 PM Wednesday 5th March 2025. Contact Dan Nichols, Coordinator Recreation Liaison & Reserves Maintenance on 0418 323 848 for a confidential discussion. Child Safe Organisation Latrobe City Council has a zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Our recruitment practices reflect this. Diversity and Inclusion At Latrobe City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion, where individual uniqueness is embraced. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality. At Latrobe City Council we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. Council's Indigenous Employment Program is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted at or by calling 1300 367 700. We at Latrobe City Council strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Careers team via email at or call 5128 6113 noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch. #J-18808-Ljbffr