Apprentice- Sports Turf Management

This role is for you if…

You care about precision, take pride in detailed workmanship, and love being outdoors where your effort shows. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to keep premium sports fields lush, playable and healthy—this is where you start.

At Green by Nature, you’ll learn Sports Turf Management from the ground up—supported by experienced teams in the iconic sporting heartland of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. Every day you’ll build skills that local clubs, councils and elite venues value.

You don’t need to know it all yet—what matters most is your attitude, curiosity and the drive to grow.

What you’ll be doing

This is hands-on, practical work with plenty of variety and learning opportunities:

• Learning all aspects of turf care including mowing, irrigation and turf health
• Assisting with preparation and maintenance of sports fields for play
• Operating and learning to care for turf-care machinery safely
• Monitoring and improving turf health through soil care and pest management basics
• Working alongside a team who will mentor and develop your trade skillset
• Taking pride in turf surfaces that players and communities rely on

You’ll start under close guidance and build confidence and ownership as your skills grow.

What you bring

We want you to succeed—and that starts with the right attitude, not years of experience.

You’ll need:

• A genuine interest in outdoor work, gardening, or sports turf
• A can-do mindset and willingness to learn
• Being comfortable working outdoors in a range of weather
• A current driver’s licence or a clear plan to obtain one

That’s it.

We encourage women, mature-age applicants, university leavers, and career changers to apply. If you’re unsure you “fit” exactly—you probably do.

Why you’ll love working here

Green by Nature is where purpose meets craftsmanship: we care for the places people play, rest and connect.Our strength lies in the unique culture created by the 2,000-odd employees living and working across Australia and New Zealand. Our position as a global, progressive and innovative green-space company is underpinned by the expertise and passion of our people. Together, we nurture green spaces, the environment and our people.

In this role, that means:

• Early starts with early finishes so you can still enjoy your afternoons
• A supportive training environment with real mentorship
• A safety-first culture with quality equipment and best-practice systems
• Clear pathways beyond your apprenticeship to skilled turf roles
• A welcoming team identity built on respect, inclusion and pride
• Work that’s visible and meaningful to local clubs and communities

Ready to plant your future?

If this sounds like you—even if you’re not 100% sure yet—we want to hear from you.

Click Apply and take the first step towards a career you can be proud of. No perfect CV required—just enthusiasm and commitment.