Groundsperson

Mexteds has recently won the contract to maintain the Basin Reserve – The Home of Cricket - and we are now looking to recruit three highly-motivated sports turf professionals with a passion for cricket to work under the guidance of our Curator at the Basin, as part of our broader central Wellington team. The three exciting positions we are seeking to fill are: 1. A cricket preparation specialist – based at the Wellington High Performance Indoor Cricket Centre 2. A grounds person with previous cricket preparation experience – based at Wellington College 3. A sports turf apprentice – based at the Basin Reserve 1. CRICKET PREPARATION SPECIALIST - WELLINGTON HIGH PERFORMANCE INDOOR CRICKET CENTRE For this role we are seeking a highly skilled person experienced in preparing international-standard wickets to manage the High Performance Indoor Cricket Centre, on the campus of Wellington College. The successful candidate will have the drive, enthusiasm and expertise to deliver exceptional pitch preparation for both professional and community cricket. We are looking for a person with a flexible attitude, strong communication skills and a calm, approachable manner to deal with the pressures of the day-to-day running of this busy facility. You’ll be working closely with cricket teams at all levels, so the confidence and ability to communicate clearly and positively with stakeholders is a must. It involves flexible working hours to meet the requirements of opening and closing the facility for users seven days a week, with back up support from other members of the Wellington city team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • plan, prepare, monitor and maintain cricket wickets; • work closely with cricket teams, coaches and grounds staff to ensure wicket conditions align with usage requirements; • conduct regular maintenance of the facility, including mowing, rolling and irrigation; • manage and control wicket preparation resources, including tools, equipment, and materials; • keep detailed records of pitch conditions and maintenance schedules. 2. GROUNDSPERSON - WELLINGTON COLLEGE This role will be based primarily at Wellington College. The role also supports our Cricket Preparation Specialist at the High-Performance Indoor Cricket Facility (e.g. leave cover and opening and closing on rostered weekends) as well as the Basin Reserve team (e.g. for test match preparation). We are looking for someone who’s passionate about cricket and sports turf management, with a commitment to preparing high-quality playing surfaces. You’ll need to be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of the team. Positive interaction with school staff, students, players and other stakeholders is vital in this role. A Level 4 Sports Turf qualification would be preferred, or a strong willingness to learn. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Preparation and renovation of cricket wickets and cricket blocks; • sportsfield and amenity mowing; • line marking; • seasonal renovations; • assisting with goal post installations; • maintaining a high standard of overall presentation and aesthetics across all facilities • safe operation and daily care of plant and equipment 3. SPORTS TURF APPRENTICE - BASIN RESERVE This is a great opportunity for someone who has begun their sports turf apprenticeship and is passionate about cricket to join a highly successful and motivated team, working at the prestigious Basin Reserve - The Home of Cricket. You’ll be supported by our experienced staff at the Basin, reporting to the Curator and working alongside the 2IC. You’ll have a keen interest in cricket, preferably with some prior experience in this area of sports turf management. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Working alongside our Curator and 2IC • undertaking preparation of cricket wickets and cricket blocks; • mowing; • line marking; • undertaking seasonal renovations; • looking after the surrounds; • safe operation and daily care or plant and equipment; • positive communication with players, the public and stakeholders ABOUT YOU For all the above roles we are looking for staff who: • Take pride in presentation and pay attention to detail • Are physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions • Are able to operate plant and equipment safely and competently • Have good communication skills and professional customer interaction • Are reliable, self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team • Have a clean Class 1 Driver’s Licence • Are willing to undergo a Police Check If you’re enthusiastic about cricket, take pride in producing top-quality sports turf surfaces and enjoy working outdoors year-round, we’d love to hear from you. To apply or for further information contact Shane Maddren – email shane@mexteds.co.nz or call 022 442 0084.