Maintenance & Grounds Person (Fixed Term, Part-Time)
Mō te Pakihi | About the Company:
Manaaki Whenua is New Zealand's Crown Research Institute (CRI) for our land and environment. We are responsible for supporting New Zealand to develop a sustainable relationship with our land, through the delivery of exceptional science across a wide range of disciplines.
Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role
The purpose of this role is to support the business by maintaining the facility grounds and buildings, including monthly compliance checks, and supporting the management of external contractors, contributing to the smooth running of the Auckland site.
The ideal candidate for this will be highly skilled in site and grounds maintenance, with a hands-on approach to their work. This involves being actively engaged in various maintenance tasks, ensuring the site remains in excellent condition.
This position reports to the Site Operations Manager and is based at our Auckland (Tamaki) site in St Johns. The position is for a fixed term of 12 months, part-time (22.5 hours per week), Monday to Friday during business hours. The specific work pattern has some flexibility and can be negotiated with the site Manager.
Ōpūmanawa | About you
To ensure your success in this role, you will need to demonstrate:
- Proficiency in performing routine ground and garden maintenance and general site upkeep.
- Ability to do basic repairs and maintenance
- Capability to conduct regular building compliance checks
- Offsite deliveries and purchases
- Vehicle cleaning
- Willingness to do some kitchen duties and function set up.
- An understanding of contractor Health and safety and contractor management.
- A strong health and safety focus, and the ability to apply appropriate health and safety controls.
- Consistent and dependable in fulfilling responsibilities and supporting the team.
- Able to adjust to changing circumstances and handle unexpected challenges.
- Proactive, taking the necessary steps to ensure everything runs smoothly.
- Supportive, with a willingness to provide assistance and support to other team members and foster a collaborative work environment.
- Must hold a current full driver's license.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
As an employee of Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, you will work with passionate and talented people and enjoy supportive employee benefits such as an annual leave entitlement of 4 weeks and 4 days, generous sick leave, paid parental leave, 3 paid Manaaki Whenua days between Christmas and New Year, as well as income maintenance and life insurance benefits and flexible working options. You will also have the opportunity for personal growth and career development.
Manaaki Whenua embraces diversity and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we celebrate and respect diversity in all its forms including ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We also welcome and support neurodiverse individuals and recognise the value of different ways of thinking.
Tono Mai | Apply Now!
Enquiries about the position may be directed to Grant Marvin, marving@landcareresearch.co.nz. For further details about Manaaki Whenua-Landcare Research, watch this short clip: Manaaki Whenua and visit our website: www.landcareresearch.co.nz
Applications close on Monday 23 June 2025 at 9.00am NZT