Mō mātou | About Hōhepa
Working at Hōhepa, is different from the average, you become part of our community of people, staff, volunteers, and contractors who all have a common goal - helping people to reach their full potential and lead enriched and meaningful lives in a holistic, supportive environment. We are a community leader providing services and support for people living with an intellectual disability to live their best lives and find a valued place in our society. Inspired by Dr Rudolf Steiner’s principles of anthroposophy, we seek to understand each person and situation as unique, not a one size fits all philosophy.
Mō te tūranga | About the Role
Working independently, you will be responsible for completing routine maintenance and maintaining our grounds to a high standard.
This is a full-time role from 8:30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday.
To view the position description please visit the job advert on our career page:
Grounds & Maintenance Person PD
Key responsibilities and duties include:
- Demonstrate a high level of commitment to health & safety management
- Carry out general maintenance and handyman tasks as required
- Gardening (weeding), weed whacking, spraying and mowing lawns
- Laying bark, shingle, dirt and other landscaping products
- Watering
- Maintain, clean filters, take samples of water and sewerage systems
- Keep equipment charged and serviced
- Checking/swapping 9 kg gas bottles and turning over stored fuel
- Rubbish removal and some furniture removal/moves
- Use of chainsaw, water blaster, wielder, chippo and other various heavy machinery and power tools
- Meet and direct external contractors when required
- Purchase maintenance materials from suppliers as required
- Assist with groups or volunteers and supervise their work
The diverse nature of this role requires that other duties may be undertaken from time-to-time at the direction of the Maintenance Team Lead.
Mō koe | About You
Previous maintenance experience and grounds work is essential with the ability to operate a manual vehicle with trailer, ride on mower, hand mover, chainsaw and general power tools would be advantageous. You will have the ability to lift and maneuver furniture and objects in a safe manner following the Health and Safety guidelines. You will hit the ground running and be able to turn your hand to a variety of maintenance tasks.
We are a progressive organisation looking for a self-motivated, energetic and flexible person with a high level of initiative. We value teamwork and collaboration.
Your attention to detail and taking pride in your work will ensure your success in this role.
Nga hua o te mahi ki a Hōhepa | Benefits of working at Hōhepa
At Hōhepa, as part of our team you will:
- Work in a fun, friendly and supportive team environment
- Receive ongoing support for your professional and career development
- Support to complete a NZQF Certificate in Health and Wellbeing level, 2, 3 or 4
- Long service leave
- Christchurch City Council Gym and Pool Membership discounts
- Untamed Organic Vegetable discount
Applications will close on 25th August 2025; we will review all applications as they apply.
Applicants must have a NZ full driver’s licence and ability to work in New Zealand.
Please note that the 90-day trial period will apply to any successful applicant who hasn’t previously worked for Hōhepa Canterbury