Senior Sports Turf Curator

**_E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kaunihera o Ōtautahi_**

Christchurch is getting ready to open a state-of-the-art, multi-use stadium - and we're looking for the right highly skilled turf management professionals to bring it to life. This cutting-edge stadium is set to become the go-to venue for major regional, national and international sporting events and concerts, showcasing top-tier talent on a world-class stage.

**About the team | Ko te rōpū nei**
As we prepare for opening day and beyond, we're assembling a talented and passionate sports turf management team to maintain and elevate the playing surface that will host unforgettable moments. We have multiple positions available all vital to keeping the playing surface in top condition.

The team operates under a structured hierarchy that incorporates the team responsible for the efficient planning, services, and enhancement of all turf areas within the stadium precinct and the associated dedicated turf farm.

**About the role | Ko te mahi ne**

The Senior Sports Turf Curator works closely with the Turf Manager and performs duties similar to the Sports Turf Curators, with a strong hands-on component in turf maintenance and event preparation. In addition, the Senior Curator holds responsibility for the management and upkeep of the Te Kaha Turf Farm — overseeing turf production, harvest scheduling, and ensuring high-quality turf supply for stadium use. This role supports operational planning and assists in mentoring and guiding junior team members.

**About you | Ko Koe Tēnei**

We are looking for a passionate individual who will inspire their team to ensure our Sports Turf meets the diverse needs of the community we serve. You will promote a culture of continuous improvement; influencing change and encouraging your team to identify and develop ways to do things better. You'll bring:

- A relevant Trade qualification (Level 4 Sports Turf Management), or practical experience equivalent in similar role
- Minimum 5 years supervisory/leadership/project management experience
- Minimum 5 years experience in event planning at a domestic, national and international level
- A full driver's licence
- Grow safe certification
- Current Workplace First Aid Certificate
- Minimum 10 years relevant stadium or sports field experience at domestic, national and international level
- Competent with keeping yourself and others safe while working in the outdoors
- Demonstrated ability to undertake sports turf maintenance and safe operations of other appropriate machinery, knowledge of irrigation systems
- Ability to work across a 7-day roster.

Due to the nature of operations at a high-performance, multi-use venue, the Te Kaha Turf Management Team will operate on a flexible, 7-day roster. Team members will be required to work some weekends, public holidays, and outside standard business hours as required, to support events at the venue. Rosters will be planned in advance and include fair and equitable distribution of hours.

This flexible approach ensures the playing surface and surrounding turf areas are maintained to the highest standards before, during, and after all scheduled events.

**About One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha**

From All Blacks tests to star-studded concerts - and everything in between - One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will host around 200 events each year.

On track to open in April 2026, the stadium is located in the heart of Christchurch, bounded by Tuam, Madras, Hereford and Barbadoes Streets.

Just a ten-minute walk from the city's Bus Interchange and surrounded by vibrant hospitality spots and accommodation options, the covered stadium will play a key role in re-establishing Christchurch as a sporting and cultural capital.

One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will add to the central city's vitality, catalyse further development, and boost the local economy by attracting visitors from around New Zealand and the world.

**Want to Learn More?**

Check out the recent updates to Te Kaha

Watch: Construction progress one year from opening

Watch: First seat installed

Read: Latest construction update

**What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?**

Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:

- Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
- Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
- Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

**Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero**:

- _ Hours of work - 37.5