Weekly Hours: 38
(Flexible working arrangements including rostered days off are available)
Weekly Salary: $1,307.86 - $1,425.57
(plus allowances and superannuation)

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With almost 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow. Visit our website for more information www.orange.nsw.gov.au.

About the role

This role is responsible for the maintenance of sport fields including turf, machinery and general maintenance to keep the grounds in the best possible condition and presentation. This includes:

• Preparing and maintaining sports field surfaces
• Maintaining lawn areas, gardens and trees to a high standard
• Plant Pest and Weed Identification and Control
• Rubbish removal
• Operating, repairing and maintaining irrigation equipment and systems
• Assisting members of the public by answering general public queries regarding the sporting grounds
• Assisting in the completion and implementation of capital works and general maintenance activities in the Sport and Recreation Section

A full list of responsibilities can be found in the position description.

So what do you need?

• Certificate III in Sports Turf Management or equivalent
• Experience in a similar role including turf care maintenance, plant and pest identification and sport field maintenance
• Demonstrated experience operating turf maintenance machinery, including tractors and a range of implements
• Experience in small plant operation and maintenance
• Chemcert AQF3 Accreditation or similar
• Current class C Drivers Licence (MR is desirable)

Why Join Us?

• Work Life Balance – We offer flexible working arrangements, hybrid working and generous leave provisions.
• Positive, fun, and inclusive work environment
• Access to Council’s employee assistance program, fitness passport and health and wellbeing programmes
• Salary Packaging available including novated leasing
• Opportunity to grow and develop with excellent learning and development opportunities.

To apply, please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Sport and Recreation Supervisor, Ben Keegan (02) 6393 8535 or the people and culture team at peopleandculture@orange.nsw.gov.au

Applications close Sunday 1 March 2026

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.