Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

GREENKEEPERS establish and maintain fine turf, grassed areas and synthetic surfaces used for sporting events.

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:
NZQF 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:

preparing seedbeds for new turf;
establishing and maintaining turf by watering, over sowing or over seeding, and repairing green damage;
mowing, rolling and levelling turf;
pegging and marking out lines and logos, installing nets, posts and stumps, and placing other sports equipment on playing areas;
operating and maintaining hand and power driven equipment such as mowers, aerators, cultivators, corers and line marking equipment;
constructing cricket wickets, tennis courts, and bowling, croquet and golf greens;
replanting, repairing, aerating, fertilising and top dressing lawns;
installing and maintaining synthetic surfaces;
may maintain buildings, fences and surrounding gardens.

Occupation:

362311 Greenkeeper