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OverviewToowoomba Grammar School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Greenkeeper to lead the maintenance, presentation, and continual improvement of the Schools sports fields, gardens, lawns, and outdoor facilities. A pivotal role that oversees turf management, irrigation, and landscaping to maintain a high standard that is safe, functional, and visually appealing, while providing leadership, guidance, and support to the grounds team and fostering collaborative relationships with contractors, senior management, teaching staff, and vendors.Toowoomba Grammar School was founded in 1875 and is a member school of the Great Public Schools Association of Queensland (GPS). It is an independent non-denominational day and boarding school for boys with a total enrolment of 1,200 from Preparatory to Year 12. There are approximately 300 boarders in the School coming predominantly from throughout Queensland, Northern New South Wales and the Northern Territory. The Schools campus covers 20.5 hectares and is located one kilometre from the centre of Toowoomba.It is our vision that our boys will graduate from TGS with the skills to be independent, well-balanced, and successful in life. That they are boys of good character who respond well to challenges and achieve life-long wellbeing.TGS has been honoured with The Educators 2025 5-Star Employer of Choice award. The Award acknowledges excellence in providing competitive salaries, employee benefits, professional development opportunities and nurturing a culture of inclusion and respect.In 2025, Toowoomba Grammar School will be celebrating its 150th anniversary. We are calling it Grammar 150 and this will be an incredible year for the School. Click here to learn more about Grammar 150 and what you can expect if you were to join TGS in 2025.About the PositionReporting to the Director of Facilities, the Head Greenkeeper leads the delivery of grounds maintenance, sports field care, and landscaping projects across the School. Key aspects include curating turf wickets and high-quality sporting fields; marking and preparing fields; collaborating with the TGS Sports Department and attending interdepartmental meetings; managing rostering and resource coverage for the cricket season; overseeing equipment training, maintenance, and records in line with the TGS Asset Management Policy; installing, maintaining, and programming irrigation; implementing seasonal schedules; supporting sustainability and health, safety and environment requirements. The position may require a non-standard roster, including alternating weekends or on-call duty for home games and large School events.Selection CriteriaYou will be able to demonstrate your ability and commitment to:Experience and Qualifications: Minimum of 4 years experience as a Head Greenkeeper or similar role; proven experience curating turf wickets and high-quality sporting fields; Certificate III or IV in sports turf management, horticulture or related field; Queensland Driver Licence; and current first aid qualifications or willingness to obtain.Technical Expertise in Greenkeeping: Demonstrated ability to curate and manage turf wickets and sports fields, including rugby, soccer and athletics surfaces is essential. Proficiency in operating groundskeeping equipment, irrigation systems, and expertise in plant care and pest control. Experience in planning and executing landscaping projects and managing fertiliser and pest control programs is essential.Leadership and Management: Demonstrated ability to provide management and direction to a grounds team, including staff rostering and resource coverage for the cricket season. Proven experience in coordinating with internal departments, contractors, and vendors to deliver high-quality outcomes. Experience in budget forecasting and managing operational budgets. The ability to manage equipment maintenance schedules and maintain accurate records in accordance with the TGS Asset Management PolicyPhysical Capabilities: Proven capacity to perform physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, lifting, and operating groundskeeping equipment. Ability to carry out repetitive manual tasks while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards. Endurance and resilience are key to ensuring the upkeep of large outdoor areas and responding promptly to maintenance needs across the Schools grounds.Health, Safety and Environment Awareness: Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety, including compliance with regulations, maintaining clean and safe workshop areas, and proactively identifying and addressing hazards. Strong understanding of sustainability practices in groundskeeping, with the ability to integrate environmental considerations into daily operations.Attention to Detail and Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve issues early to maintain high standards across all grounds and facilities. Shows initiative and ownership of tasks, ensuring sports fields and landscaped areas are well-prepared, safe, and visually appealing. Strong focus on quality, efficiency, and timely completion of work.When responding to the selection criteria, please provide clear and specific examples from your professional experience that demonstrate how you meet each requirement. Where relevant, include details of your responsibilities, achievements, and the outcomes of your work to support your suitability for the role.A full Position Description can be viewed on the School website and can be reached by clicking on the Apply button which directs you to the Schools careers page.How to applyAll applications are to be submitted via TGSs online Careers Portal and include:a cover letter addressed to the Headmaster addressing the vacancy being applied for;a resume;copies of qualifications and certificates relevant to the role; andthe names and contact details of three confidential referees.Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only and TGS reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.We do not welcome interest from recruitment agencies at this time.Applicants must possess the legal right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this position.Working with ChildrenOur school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. All School staff, unless otherwise eligible for an exemption, must possess a current Positive Notice or Blue Card issued under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 before commencing employment with the School. Volunteer Blue Cards are required to be transferred to Paid Employment cards.About ToowoombaToowoomba is one of Australias largest inland cities, with a population around 162,000 people. It is a beautiful provincial city and is known as The Garden City of Queensland. Toowoomba is ideally situated less than 1.5 hours by car from Brisbane and two hours from the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. Regional public transport is available with connections to interstate and international transport networks. This includes the Wellcamp Airport providing direct interstate flights. The city has an extensive infrastructure including three hospitals, a University, TAFE and many schools.We encourage you to visit the Live Toowoomba (www.livetoowoomba.com.au) website to discover what living in Toowoomba has to offer.About the City and RoleView the video below to discover our beautiful city and surrounds.Job InsightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills match #J-18808-Ljbffr