Leading Hand Turf Maintenance
City Of Nedlands
Posted 3 days ago
Take the Lead in Keeping Nedlands Green
Join the City of Nedlands as our next Leading Hand Turf Maintenance
About Us
Just 7km from Perth’s CBD, the City of Nedlands combines riverside beauty, coastal charm, and leafy streets into one of the most desirable places to live—and work. We’re proud custodians of some of Perth’s most iconic public spaces, from the Swan River foreshore to the sands of Swanbourne Beach.
As a community-focused local government, we’re dedicated to high standards, inclusive values, and exceptional service. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for parks and open spaces to help keep Nedlands looking its best.
The Opportunity
We’re searching for a Leading Hand Turf Maintenance to take charge of day-to-day operations and lead a committed team out in the field. Working closely with the Supervisor Turf, you’ll provide practical leadership, coordinate work programs, and ensure our green spaces remain healthy, safe, and welcoming.
If you’re a hands-on leader who enjoys working outdoors, knows turf maintenance inside and out, and is ready to step into a role where your impact is immediately visible—this is your moment.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Implementing monthly and seasonal turf maintenance programs.
- Providing on-the-ground supervision, mentoring, and support to the team.
- Being the primary contact for community members and contractors in the field.
- Monitoring turf health and jumping into action when issues arise.
About You
You take real pride in your work and lead by example. You’ve got experience in turf or parks maintenance, you’re confident with all the gear, and you genuinely enjoy working as part of a team. You know how to troubleshoot problems and are committed to creating spaces the community can enjoy.
Here’s what you’ll bring:
- Proven experience in turf or parks maintenance.
- Confidence using turf care equipment (ride-on mowers, brush cutters, edgers, hand tools).
- Basic traffic management knowledge.
- Certificate III in Horticulture, Sports Turf Management or equivalent experience.
- A current MR-class driver’s licence.
What’s In It for You?
We offer more than just a job—you’ll be joining a supportive, down-to-earth team in a workplace where your work genuinely makes a difference.
You’ll also enjoy:
- A permanent full-time role with competitive conditions
- Cash salary of $72,038 – $79,204 + Leading Hand Allowance of $27.24 per week
- Four weeks annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas
- Super contributions of up to 13.5%
- Paid parental leave – 12 weeks for primary carers, two weeks for partners
- Ongoing training, development opportunities, and access to wellbeing programs
- Salary packaging, novated leasing, and health insurance discounts
How to Apply
Ready to step into a role where your leadership shapes the spaces people love? Submit your application via the City of Nedlands website by 5:00pm AWST, Friday 4 July 2025.
We encourage you to apply early, as the City may close the recruitment process before the deadline if the right candidate is found. Please note previous applicants need not apply.
For more information, view the Position Description or contact Daniel Lewis on (08) 9273 3500 for a confidential chat.
About City Of Nedlands
The City of Nedlands is situated just 7km from Perth and stretches from the banks of the beautiful Swan River to the edge of the Indian Ocean. A population of over 21,000 live in the suburbs Nedlands, Dalkeith, Mt Claremont, Swanbourne, Karrakatta, and parts of Floreat and Shenton Park. Information for new residents is available to help you settle in comfortably.
On 1 July, 1959 the City of Nedlands was proclaimed at the command of Governor Sir Charles Gairdner, in the packed Dalkeith Civic Hall. Mr Allan Jenkins read out the proclamation and the Minister for Local Government, Mr Leslie Logan, M.L.C. conducted the official swearing in ceremony of the new Mayor, John Charles Smith, the twelve new Councillors and the auditors. He then appointed Mr Allan Jenkins as the City's first Town Clerk. Among those present was MLA for Nedlands, Deputy Premier Charles Court.
Significant events and dates that contributed to the development of the City of Nedlands:
1893: The first move to establish Local Government in our area with the creation of the Claremont Road Board on 31 March, 1893, governing a total area of ten square miles; forty years after the death of Adam Armstrong, Nedlands' first resident.
1898: Approximately two square miles excised to form the Municipality of Claremont.
1932: Name changed from Claremont Road Board to Nedlands Road Board.
1956: Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the Municipality of Nedlands.
1959: One hundred and thirty years after the first British settlement around the Swan River, Nedlands achieved City status. Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the City of Nedlands while under the guidance of Mayor John Charles Smith Esq., JP Mayor.
Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.
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