Turf Maintenance Tradesperson

About the role

This role is part of our Sport and Recreation team and plays a key part in keeping Hobart’s sporting fields and high‑profile parks in top condition. You will help with turf maintenance, facility upgrades, equipment repairs and ensuring our spaces stay safe, functional and ready for community use and major sporting events.

Role accountabilities include:

• Carrying out work programs related to the maintenance of Turf areas.
• Efficient use of plant, equipment and resources.
• Completion of relevant documentation.
• Attendance and participation at team meetings.
• Prioritising WHS legislation and regulations, ensuring compliance with safe work practices.
• The opportunity to prepare, renovate and contribute to the ongoing maintenance of turf cricket wickets and other sports surfaces.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description

About you

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the turf management sector including the development and maintenance of sporting fields. Additionally, they should have a proven understanding of irrigation system design, installation, and maintenance processes and the use of turf related machinery and attachments.

What you will bring:

• Successful completion of Certificate III Horticulture, coupled with proven experience in the turf management sector or an equivalent combination of relevant skills and/or experience.
• Construction Industry White Card.
• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
• Current Medium Rigid Driver Licence.

If you enjoy working outdoors, solving practical problems and being part of a supportive team, this role offers variety, impact and the chance to take real pride in your work.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role, please contact Nathan Winch (Supervisor Sport and Recreation) on 0417 099 662 or email nathan.winch@hobartcity.com.au

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 23 August 2026.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.