Leading Hand - Sports Turf

Department : Sports Turf & Landscape

Reports to : Manager - Sports Turf

Role Introduction

The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the daily maintenance of sports turf and facilities, perform functions in accordance with established standard operating procedures, departmental and corporate policies, sound construction principles and practices, and applicable codes, with a focus on quality customer service and continuous improvement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize labour, tools and resources required to carry out assigned tasks.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Inform the supervisor of workplace requirements and adjust maintenance schedules to efficiently perform fertilizer applications and turf renovations, including aeration, over seeding and topdressing, and sodding, in accordance with current cultural practices.
• Provide appropriate instruction to staff to ensure the safe and effective operation of grooming equipment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all official sports field dimensions as well as proper lining and grooming procedures and requirements for safe playable surfaces and provide instruction to staff, as required.
• Ensure all surfaces are safe for daily use and report unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Lead part-time staff and instruct all support staff in the safe and efficient use, care and maintenance of tools and equipment, and maintenance practices.
• Maintain accurate records of daily tasks and report sports field activities and deficiencies to the supervisor.
• Apply pesticides as directed; make recommendations regarding necessary cultural and spray programs.
• Perform administrative duties such as attendance roster, leave schedule and monthly reports.
• Perform other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Higher Diploma or above education level in Turf Management, Horticulture and/or Agriculture or related disciplines.
• With minimum of 2 years' related work experience in sports field maintenance including operating the above-noted equipment.
• Possession of a valid HK driving license will be an advantage.
• Proficient time management skills and flexibility in adjusting between a variety of duties.
• A team player with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-minded, able to work independently and under pressure.
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic vehicle maintenance knowledge is preferred.
• Readiness to work on shift on event days, weekends and public holidays.

Full-time

Personal & Application Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. Data collected will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purpose only. Applicants who are not invited for interviews within 8 weeks may consider their applications.