Sports Turf Operator

About the Team | Ko te rōpū nei

Our Metro Sports Turf – Citywide Team is responsible for maintaining and developing sports fields across Christchurch’s community parks. We take pride in delivering top-quality turf that supports everything from local weekend games to national events.

We’re looking for a Sports Turf Operator to join our team based in Wigram. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll be responsible for preparing and maintaining sports turf to the highest standards, supporting events, and ensuring our fields are safe, functional, and visually impressive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Turf preparation and renovation for community to international-level events
• Implementing environmentally conscious curatorial practices
• Supporting events with turf maintenance and logistics
• Liaising with stakeholders, sporting groups, and park users
• Operating and maintaining turf equipment and machinery

You’re passionate about turf management and thrive in a team environment. You bring:

• A Level 4 qualification in Sports Turf Management or similar
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in turf preparation and grounds maintenance
• Grow Safe certification, Wheels/Tracks/Rollers licence, and First Aid (desirable)
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions

Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you’re getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements – Option to purchase extra leave.
• Collaboration – exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits – a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career.

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us .

Full-time, Permanent Position

This position is primarily based at our Wigram Depot

The salary band for this position goes from $67,635 – $75,150 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.

06/03/2026

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.

Reference # 42044

Posted on 20 Feb 2026

Closes on 06 Mar 2026 23:55