Groundsperson, Grade 1

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Pay

$83,000 a year
Job type

Full-time
Shift and schedule

Monday to Friday
 
Location
Randwick NSW
 
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Australian Turf Club
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www.australianturfclub.com.au
Published
September 4, 2025
Expires
October 3, 2025
Location
Randwick
Category
Other
Job Type
Full-time
Country
Australia
State
New South Wales
Description
THE AUSTRALIAN TURF CLUB STORY

Vacancies

3 x Rosehill Gardens
2 x Warwick Farm
1 x Canterbury Park
1 x Royal Randwick
In your application, please confirm your desired location.

Salary Range is $83 K (plus super) and above depending on experience and qualification.

THE PERKS

The opportunity to learn from and grow with a passionate, professional, and inclusive team,
2 Complimentary race day passes,
Participation in our reward & recognition program,
Year-round health and wellbeing initiatives, including fitness classes, birthday celebrations, and weekly fresh fruit,
Team celebrations at the end of each carnival, along with regular social events such as trivia, team lunches, and Thursday night drinks,
Free onsite parking at all venues,
A great culture where our team has fun while getting the job done!
Salary range is from 83k and above depending on experience and qualifications
THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Racecourse Manager, this permanent full-time role is responsible for maintaining the course proper, training tracks, and grounds at one of our Racecourses mentioned above, ensuring they are always presented in the best possible condition. This position plays a vital role in the success of our carnival race days and in creating a memorable experience for all who attend.

DAY TO DAY, THE ROLE WILL:

In this role, you’ll be hands-on with the upkeep and care of our racetracks.
Undertake general maintenance work including labouring, cleaning, tracks, gardens and maintenance instructions.
Operate plant equipment such as tractors, mowers, front end loader forklift, power sweepers, power harrows, brush cutters, hedgers, push mowers and general spray operations.
Conduct routine maintenance of turf, synthetic, artificial and other surfaces.
Working hours on non-race days: 8:30 – 5:00pm
Race Day vs Non-Race Day. During a race week you will work Tue - Sat, when it’s not a race week the work will be Mon - Fri.
THE RIGHT FIT

To be successful in the role, the right fit will have the following experience and capability:

Demonstrated experience in a similar role, preferably in turf management (preferred but not required);
General operational and mechanical maintenance skills;
Appropriate licences to operate specialist machinery such as a manual vehicle, front end loader and forklifts preferred but not required
Experience in operating plant and equipment including Bobcat, Grader and Excavator would be desirable;
Sound knowledge and practical experience of handling and spraying chemicals;
A demonstrable ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Sound verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
A can-do attitude!
If you believe you are the right fit and demonstrate our values, come and join us!

To apply, visit: https://www.australianturfclub.com.au/our-careers/

Applications close 03 October 2025.

We look forward to reviewing your application.

Australian Turf Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a workplace where our team members feel safe, valued and respected, regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, ****** orientation or life stage. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.

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