Apprentice Greenkeeper, Groundsperson & Morning Groundsperson

About the role

Elanora Country Club, a private members' club on Sydney's Northern Beaches with an 18-hole golf course, bowling greens, croquet, tennis courts and practice facilities, is expanding its Course & Grounds team. It is seeking expressions of interest for three positions: Apprentice Greenkeeper, Groundsperson and Morning Groundsperson. The Apprentice Greenkeeper is supported through a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management, while the Groundsperson and Morning Groundsperson roles involve practical outdoor work such as mowing and grounds maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Mowing and course presentation
• General grounds maintenance
• Operating machinery
• Maintaining high-quality sporting facility surfaces
• Learning and working across different areas of the course

Required profile

• Reliable and punctual
• Willing to learn and take direction
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physically capable of undertaking practical grounds work
• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Interested in developing new skills and proud of the course presentation
• Experience in greenkeeping, grounds maintenance, mowing, landscaping or turf management is an advantage but not essential

What we offer

• Certificate III in Sports Turf Management for the successful apprentice
• Training and ongoing upskilling, with career development opportunities
• Uniforms and PPE provided, daily lunch provided
• A supportive team environment, team and social activities
• Access to the Club's golf facilities