Turf Technician (710048)
Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Assets and Infrastructure
Applications must be submitted by
Position details
Applications close:
AEST
Award/Classification:
AWU (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award - General Stream Band 3
Salary:
$74,783.00 to $80,835.00 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, flexible, Fixed-term, full-time
Job description:
Be part of enriching Tasmania’s social and cultural life through maintaining the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens lawn areas.
About the role
As Lawn Technician, you’ll develop and implement a comprehensive turf management work program plan for the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens (RTBG) lawn areas. You’ll oversee and conduct all aspects of turf maintenance and renovations, including aeration, scarifying, seeding, fertilizing and topdressing, and maintain the RTBG irrigation systems and horticultural machinery.
About us
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is committed to our vision of “delivering a sustainable Tasmania” where our natural resources, cultural values and environment are recognised and used sustainably to support our future prosperity. We take pride in fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusivity is embraced, and safety is paramount.
We are committed to building a positive and proactive child safe culture to support child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We understand that work-life balance is essential for personal and professional success. That’s why we offer flexible work options and are dedicated to making workplace adjustments that empower individuals to fully engage and excel in their roles.
Hours per fortnight
76.0 hours per fortnight (minimum 60.8 hours, by negotiation).
Period of appointment
24 months.
Essential requirements
- A Certificate III (Sports Turf Management Cert. III (AHC31319) in Sports Turf Management or an equivalent level, relevant to the nature of the work to be undertaken, as provided by either a vocational education organisation or a registered and accredited training provider.
Desirable requirements
- Current drivers licence.
- Workplace Level 2 First Aid certificate.
- Accredited competency in the use of Turf equipment and machinery.
- Experience in a similar role in a botanical garden, or large public garden.
Download the Statement of Duties and Advice Documents
SOD - 710048 - Turf Technician - Band 3.docx
Advice to Applicants.docx
How to apply
- Review the Statement of Duties.
- Click the "Apply now" button.
- Complete the application form.
- Upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties (please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria).
- Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via recruitment@nre.tas.gov.au.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
For more information please contact:
David Reid
Manager, Garden Operations
Email: david.reid@gardens.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0438 058 818