At Green by Nature, we're more than just a greenspace maintenance team; we're passionate about keeping Ruapehu and its surrounding areas clean, green and thriving. As a trusted partner of the Ruapehu District Council, we take pride in maintaining the regions parks, playgrounds, gardens, infrastructure, and public spaces. To support our mission, we're seeking an Asset Maintenance Operator specifically for the Ohakune and Reitihi area's.
What does an Asset Maintenace Operator do you ask?
Reporting to the Team Manager, you will be responsible for the maintenance of the Ruapehu District Councils playgrounds, sports courts, BBQ's, bus shelters, waterways, and parks furniture throughout the district. Your duties will include, but not limited to, basic handyman functions, inspections and minor repairs, playground aeration, cleaning of public facilities, refurbishments, and asset validation of all park assets. At times you may be required to assist the wider District team.
What we are looking for:
- You will possess a broad range of handyman and cleaning skills and preferably have previous maintenance experience
- Ideally, you will have completed a Playground Inspection and Maintenance Course Level 2, however, this is not essential as we are willing to train the right person
- A current full driver's licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle is essential
- A high level of attention to detail, have a strong work ethic and demonstrate a positive attitude towards working safely
- You will have excellent communication skills, be reliable, punctual, co-operative, and maintain positive working relationships
Here's what we can offer you:
Along with working within a company that has been an industry leader for more than 30 years, you will receive:
- A performance-based salary that is reviewed annually
- Guaranteed hours with the opportunity of increasing based on operational demands
- Annual $300 wellness benefit and work phone permitted for personal use
- The opportunity to work in a role that gives back to the community
- Internal and external learning and development opportunities with the ability to progress your career
Green by Nature is a business which specialises in Sports Turf Management and have diversified into a professional full facility parks maintenance company, operating across New Zealand and Australia. We have over 2000+ employees and are committed to a culture of health and safety, excellence, and continuous improvement, whilst caring for our people, clients, and communities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic team, so if your skills and experience match, then we want to hear from you.
In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.