Sports Turf Technician

OverviewThis role sits in the Council's Community Group, which comprises community focused services such as Hamilton Pool, Parks and Recreation, Hamilton City Libraries and the city's three main visitor attractions.

The Parks and Recreation team maintains and develops Hamilton's Park network for the community.

Our work ensures Hamilton is beautiful, fun, connected, and meets our community wants and needs, making our city one we're all proud of.The opportunity focuses on delivering high-quality turf surfaces to support community and club-level play.What You'll Be DoingMaintain sports surfaces to a high standard, ensuring safety and playability.Complete allocated work to a high standard within agreed timeframes.Represent the team professionally—no public complaints is our benchmark.Keep all equipment, plant, and resources clean, tidy, and in working order.Support the wider parks team when required by the Team Leader.Accurately complete daily timesheets, work schedules, and records.You'll be part of a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and community impact.

We offer a supportive environment where your skills and passion for sports turf can thrive.QualificationsOo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experienceSports Turf Management Level 3 or 4 CertificationA genuine passion for club sports and turf care.A current Full NZ Driver's LicenceStrong commitment to quality workmanship.Solid reading, writing, and numeracy skills for admin and record-keeping.A proven track record of : Thinking differentlyActing with integrityWorking collaborativelyGetting things doneSelf-awareness and a growth mindset—developing yourself and others.Ability to meet deadlines and complete work schedules consistently.Clear communication with team members and the public.A collaborative working style and strong team relationships.Independence and initiative to complete tasks solo.A practical, flexible approach to meet park users' needs.Physical fitness to meet the demands of the role.Additional InformationWhat's the salary?

Circa $28.95 per hour, dependent on skills and experience.What we offerOpportunities for professional developmentTwo Wellbeing days per yearFree health insurance from through Unimed including hospital / surgery cover and discounted membership rates for family membersFree annual health checks and flu vaccinationAbility to purchase additional annual leaveEye testing / glasses cost reimbursementDiscounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.Me Tono Inaaianei!

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View the Position DescriptionClick applyComplete your application.If you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please combine this in the same file as your resume and upload as a PDF file.

Alternatively, you can use the 'Write a message to the Hiring Team' text box.Applications close on the : 26 / 09 / 2025Note : We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.Note : The following text has been reformatted for accessibility and compliance with formatting guidelines.

All text remains as in the original description, without changes to meaning.Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi / Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email.

Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check.

This role is Safety Sensitive so a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test will be required.

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It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments).

If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs.

We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly.

If / where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies.

Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.

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