Team Leader - North Turramurra Golf Course

• Salary $81,384.68 to $94,405.48 p/a + super
• Opportunities for paid overtime
• 38 hours per week/9 day fortnight

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Team Leader – North Turramurra Golf Course to join our Sportsfields & Golf Courses team.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated crew in the maintenance of an 18-hole public golf course, ensuring it remains in top condition for the enjoyment of the community and visitors alike.

Reporting to the Supervisor Sportsfields & Golf Courses, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the maintenance of the golf course, gardens, and surrounding areas – including turf management, irrigation, pest control, mowing, and chemical application
• Supervise, train, and support a small team of ground staff
• Develop and implement weekly and seasonal maintenance programs
• Monitor work quality, WHS compliance, and equipment maintenance
• Ensure timely completion of scheduled and reactive maintenance tasks
• Manage administrative duties such as timesheets, site inspections, and reporting
• Maintain and manage inventory of tools, materials, and equipment

Qualifications, skills & experience:

• Trade qualifications in Horticulture (Turf Maintenance) or equivalent experience
• Class C Driver’s Licence
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate
• ChemCert accreditation (chemical handling)
• White Card (Construction Induction)
• Extensive experience in turf management and golf course maintenance
• Supervisory experience in operational staff management
• Knowledge of turf renovation, weed/pest control and irrigation systems
• Understanding of golf course operations and preparation standards
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop team members

Benefits

• 38 hour working week
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

If you're ready to lead from the front and take pride in maintaining one of Sydney’s best public golf courses, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, please refer to the Position Description.

Attach your resume and address the compulsory questions outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Recommendation: prepare your answers to the compulsory questions on a word document first.

Like to know more? Contact Scott Anderson on 9424 0691

Closes: 11:30pm, Friday 10 October 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer