Supervisor Sportsfield Maintenance

About The Team The team is responsible for the maintenance and management of sporting facilities across the city. Reporting to the Sportsfields Maintenance Lead and supervising a dedicated mowing crew, you will play a key role in managing essential functions including weekly sportsfield mowing, turf renovation projects, irrigation scheduling using ICC IRRInet, and the implementation of integrated pest management programs. Our team cultivates a collaborative, hands-on work environment that emphasises continuous improvement, professional growth, and the delivery of premium quality playing surfaces for community sports. These services are delivered in partnership with the respective asset custodians through service level agreements that define the roles, responsibilities, service and service level to be provided, with regular partnering meetings to monitor progress. About Your New Role Based at the Miami Depot, under the general direction of the Sportsfields Maintenance Lead, the successful candidate is to ensure that the maintenance of sportsfields and event spaces are organised on a daily basis to provide the agreed level of service, in an effective and efficient manner, and in accordance with Council’s aims and objectives. Responsibilities and duties of the role incumbent include, but are not limited to:

• To provide comprehensive sportsfield management services including renovation and irrigation programs and the development, implementation and monitoring of maintenance practices and programs for sportsfields in accordance with Council’s corporate plan.
• Provide advice and expertise to internal and external providers charged with the development of new playing surfaces and grassed park areas.
• Supervise subordinate staff by issuing directions and providing instructions and programming works for mowing of sportsfields including day labour staff and contractors.
• Select appropriate personnel, plant materials and procedures to maximise outcomes in terms of quality and productivity.
• Check and report on the performance of day staff and contractors engaged in operations.
• Conduct regular Toolbox meetings and site inspections to ensure Council’s WHS processes are being followed.
• Undertake visual inspections and site assessments of park areas and report defects.
• Support the development and establishment of strategic irrigation networks associated with sportsfields and manage requirements in regards to water restrictions and QLD recycled water usage guidelines.

We're Looking For People Who Have

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Well developed organisational capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to lead and work within a team
• Diploma in Turf Management / Horticulture or equivalent knowledge and experience
• General Construction Induction Card (White) (Mandatory)
• Current ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence (Mandatory)
• Computer skills including Outlook, MS Excel, Mapping, SAP / Hydrogen Work Orders and Notifications or similar programs
• Ability and Willingness to work weekends and after hours as required. (Perform duties as an On Call Officer)
• Knowledge of and experience with ICC Irrinet Irrigation Control Systems
• Current ACDC certificate (desirable)
• Contract Management experience (desirable)
• Experience with the evaluation of tenders (desirable)

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia. Benefits We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight - enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• Uniform, tools and PPE provided
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. How to apply For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen. Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role. Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing. Contact Person Alexandra McNulty Contact amcnulty@goldcoast.qld.gov.au Closing Date Sunday, 31 August 2025 Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date. The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.