Sports Turf Managers and Trades Workers, classified under ANZSCO 3623, are professionals responsible for establishing and maintaining fine turf, grassed areas, and synthetic surfaces used for sporting events in Australia. These individuals play a crucial role in ensuring that sports facilities are in optimal condition for athletes and spectators.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations within the Sports Turf Managers and Trades Workers unit group require a certain level of skill, which can be acquired through the following qualifications and experience:

In Australia:

• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
• AQF Certificate III, including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In some cases, three years of relevant experience may be considered as a substitute for the formal qualifications mentioned above. Additionally, certain instances may require a combination of relevant experience, on-the-job training, and formal qualifications.

Tasks Include:

• Preparing seedbeds for new turf
• Establishing and maintaining turf through watering, over sowing or over seeding, and repairing green damage
• Mowing, rolling, and leveling turf
• Pegging and marking out lines and logos, installing nets, posts, stumps, and other sports equipment
• Operating and maintaining hand and power-driven equipment such as mowers, aerators, cultivators, and line marking equipment
• Constructing various sports facilities such as cricket wickets, tennis courts, and bowling, croquet, and golf greens
• Replanting, repairing, aerating, fertilizing, and topdressing lawns
• Diagnosing, treating, and preventing turf pests and diseases
• Installing and maintaining synthetic surfaces
• May be responsible for maintaining buildings, fences, and surrounding gardens
• Overseeing and coordinating workers involved in maintaining sports turf facilities

Occupations:

• 362312 Sports Turf Manager
• 362313 Sports Turf Trades Worker

362312 Sports Turf Manager

Alternative Title: Sportsground Manager

A Sports Turf Manager oversees the management of fine turf sporting facilities, supervising and coordinating the activities of sports turf tradespersons and maintenance staff. This role may require registration or licensing. Specializations within this occupation include Golf Course Superintendent and Head Curator (Sportsground).

Skill Level: 2

362313 Sports Turf Trades Worker

Alternative Titles: Greenkeeper, Groundsperson (Sportsground), Turf Tradesperson

A Sports Turf Trades Worker is responsible for maintaining fine turf sporting facilities and related irrigation systems. They diagnose, treat, and prevent turf pests and diseases to enhance the presentation and playability of sport and recreation facilities. This occupation may require registration or licensing. Specializations within this occupation include Grounds Curator and Sportsground Foreperson.

Skill Level: 3

Overall, Sports Turf Managers and Trades Workers play a vital role in ensuring that sporting facilities in Australia are well-maintained, providing athletes with optimal playing conditions and spectators with an enjoyable experience.