362311 GREENKEEPER
Alternative Title: Turf Keeper
Establishes and maintains fine turf, grassed areas and synthetic surfaces used for sporting events.
Skill Level: 3
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In New Zealand: NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
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Preparing seedbeds for new turf
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Establishing and maintaining turf by watering, over sowing or over seeding, and repairing green damage
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Mowing, rolling and levelling turf
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Pegging and marking out lines and logos, installing nets, posts and stumps, and placing other sports equipment on playing areas
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Operating and maintaining hand and power driven equipment such as mowers, aerators, cultivators, corers and line marking equipment
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Constructing cricket wickets, tennis courts, and bowling, croquet and golf greens
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Replanting, repairing, aerating, fertilising and top dressing lawns
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Installing and maintaining synthetic surfaces
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May maintain buildings, fences and surrounding gardens