Magazine - Shed Raider Parramatta Stadium

By Simon Kars in Shed Raider on 13th May 2009 12:00

Shed Raider
Parramatta Stadium – NSW. Australia

Head Groundsman – David Hinkley
Parramatta Stadium has a team of 4 fully qualified Groundsmen .




Dave and his team look after one of Sydney's most picturesque grounds set in Parramatta Park. The stadium lies on the banks of the Parramatta River, and dates back to 1986. The home ground of Australian National Rugby League (NRL) club the Parramatta Eels, the venue is used for numerous concerts, with a seating capacity of 20,000. As well as the main stadium, the team look after a training field and take care of all stadium maintenance.

Inside the Shed:
2x    John Deere 6x4 Diesel Gators
1x    John Deere 4x2 Petrol Gator
1x    Torro Reelmaster 3100D Mower for the Main Ground
1x    John Deere Z Track Rough Cutter
1x    John Deere 4320 Tractor with Front End Loader attachment
1x    Super Turf Transfer Line Marker
1x    Soil Reliever SR72   
1x    Amazon flail scarifier
1x    Hardy 400L Spray tank with Boom

Favourite Machine: John Deere 4x2 Petrol Gator



A very tidy shed indeed with everything in it to aid Dave and his staff produce a top quality surface. Plenty of small power equipment is separated with hand tools along the far wall, all are neatly kept and clean. One nice tip we picked up from visiting Dave's shed is keeping the plant labels from plant packaging, pinned to a board - they're kept on a wall that is easy to see for future reference if information's needed on the plant.
 
The workshop was well stocked with everything in its place- all in all a tight shed and neatly organised. There was good use of levels for storage, and the machinery all looked new and in excellent condition. Having the office and lunch rooms separate was a nice touch. Dave made great use of signage throughout the shed with helpful hints and tips for workers if they forget where something belongs.



Parramatta Overall Grade - B+
A pass with flying colours well done guys.

Read more articles in Shed Raider, by Simon Kars or from May 2009.