dismantling of major events setups. When events are proposed and planned well ahead of the scheduled event date, the groundstaff can be informed and organised creating a smooth transition, without it impacting too greatly on the arena playing surface. During these times working hours can be long and tiring, with some shifts exceeding 36 hours, especially when events are scheduled close together. One event that created some challenges was the Australasian Motorbike Supercross Championships. Parramatta was eventually chosen after a period of uncertainty by the organisers. But it followed immediately after the last scheduled Rugby League World Cup match at the stadium.
Set-up commenced the very next day,
making the transition from one big event to another quite intense. Geotextile fabric, along with plywood, was used to cover the arena surface before the building of the track commenced. The preparation process took approximately four days to complete with the event held on the fourth night and, by the following night, the whole event was dismantled and cleared completely from the stadium. “The Supercross guys were fantastic” says Dave, “and the only problem I had with the arena surface was a few wet areas which seemed to have boiled, damaging the turf. But it wasn’t a major issue.”
Dave obviously enjoys his work at the
Parramatta Stadium. “The scenery, setting and peacefulness, along with the good people here, make this place pretty
unique” he says. “I hold great pride in looking after the stadium and that’s something I encourage in my staff. Have pride in what you’re doing here.” “When I eventually move on, I’d like to leave behind a work culture of caring about what you do. Don’t treat it as ‘just work’, make it
personal and aim for the best results.”
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