• Play a key role in the delivery of major events in the community.
• Deliver internationally recognised greenkeeping services across multiple venues
• Be a part of an exciting, progressive and dynamic organisation!

About the role

The Senior Greenkeeper delivers high‑quality turf and grounds maintenance across all City‑managed sports facilities, including CEX International Stadium, Coffs Coast Sport & Leisure Park and Wiigulga Sports Complex.

The role applies advanced greenkeeping skills through inspections, reporting and planning maintenance programs. Key duties include maintaining sports field surfaces, monitoring turf health, repairing damage, and performing routine plant servicing. The position works closely with the Team Leader Greenkeeping Services and contributes to the Stadium and Major Events Teams.

This role will see the successful candidate use their previous knowledge and experience to apply the highest level of greenkeeping principles, including inspections, reporting, and plan and manage maintenance works pipeline.

Please refer to the Position Description for a more detailed understanding of the role.

About you

You will be a highly skilled greenkeeping professional with AQF Level 4 trade certification and advanced turf wicket expertise. Experienced in maintaining high-use sports facilities and delivering competition-standard surfaces across multiple codes. Proficient in contemporary horticultural practices, chemical application, and modern turf equipment. Strong communicator with a collaborative, safety-focused approach and proven stakeholder engagement. Committed to professional development and consistently high standards of presentation and service.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary around $70,815.07 for a standout candidate with relevant experience + 12% superannuation
• Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week
• Flex time, flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements!
• Numerous benefits as outlined here!

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Nathan Silvy, Team Leader Greenkeeping Services on Nathan.silvy@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone on 02 6648 4961 to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around or require specific assistance or adjustments with any aspect of the application/recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found below.

Applications are to be submitted by 9pm (AEST, NSW) on the advertised closing date.

The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.