Responsibilities of this position:

• Lead and coordinate daily greenkeeping activities, providing direction to crew members on turf maintenance tasks

• Assist in preparing and presenting course surfaces to consistent standards

• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems, with capability to diagnose faults and carry out basic repairs

• Apply fertilisers, pesticides, and soil amendments in accordance with integrated pest management (IPM) principles and relevant NT regulations

• Conduct soil and turf testing and contribute data to maintenance planning

• Operate and carry out routine maintenance on turf management equipment 

• Maintain accurate records of chemical use, water consumption, and maintenance activities in line with WHS and environmental compliance requirements

• Support induction and on-the-job training for junior greenkeeping staff

• Identify and report maintenance issues, hazards, and plant defects to the Head Greenkeeper

• Assist with course setup for competitions, events, and presentations

Essentials:

• Certificate III in Turf Management or equivalent vocational qualification (AHC31916 or higher preferred)
• Minimum three (3) years' experience in a greenkeeping role at an 18-hole or multi-course facility
• Demonstrated experience managing turf in tropical or subtropical climates, including wet season turf recovery
• Current NT (or transferable) Chemical Accreditation or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
• Current Australian driver's licence (minimum C class); ride-on machinery ticket an advantage
• Practical knowledge of irrigation scheduling and system operation; IRRINET or comparable system experience advantageous
• Demonstrated ability to lead small work crews and prioritise tasks under operational pressure
• Sound understanding of WHS obligations and safe work practices in a greenkeeping environment

• Reliable and flexible: the role requires early starts and occasional weekend coverage for competitions and events

   

Desirable:

• Certificate IV in Horticulture or Golf Course Management 
• Membership or affiliations with ASTMA (Australian Sports Turf Managers Association) (desirable)
• Experience with warm-season grasses under high-humidity growing conditions (desirable)
• Familiarity with GPS-guided spraying, soil moisture monitoring, or precision turf technology (desirable)

What We Offer

• Salary package of $90,000 – $110,000 + superannuation (negotiable based on experience)
• Company vehicle
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Relocation assistance for the successful candidate
• Professional development opportunities