At Green by Nature, we're more than just a greenspace maintenance team - we're passionate about keeping Queenstown, Wānaka and its surrounding areas clean, green and thriving. As a trusted partner of the Queenstown Lakes District Council, we take pride in maintaining the regions parks, playgrounds, gardens, infrastructure, and public spaces. To support our mission, we're seeking a Playground Operator!
What does a Playground Operator do, you ask?
Reporting to the Team Manager, you'll play a key role in maintaining the regions playgrounds, sports courts, BBQ, bus shelters, waterways and park furniture. This role is perfect for a handy women or handy man who's able to problem solve and repair different public assets.
Your responsibilities will include;
- Performing basic handyperson tasks including playground inspections, minor repairs and aeration.
- Cleaning, refurbishing and maintaining park assets
- Conducting asset validation to ensure compliance and functionality
- Supporting the wider team as needed
What we're looking for:
We're looking for someone practical, detail-oriented, and passionate about maintaining community spaces. To be successful in the role, you'll bring:
- A broad range of handyperson skills with previous maintenance experience being advantageous
- Playground Inspection & Maintenance Course Level 2 (highly desirable, but we'll train the right candidate)
- A full current class 1 drivers licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle confidently
- A strong focus on health and safety and a proactive, positive work ethic
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude; you'll work closely with the community and your wider team
- Reliability, punctuality, with a can-do attitude and an eye for detail
What we offer:
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with other professionals, gain further knowledge and experience, and a develop your career in greenspace maintenance. We offer:
- Guaranteed minimum hours with the ability to increase based on operational demands
- An annual $300 wellness benefit (after the standdown period)
- Tools of the trade including a work phone permitted for personal use
- Opportunities for growth and development in a company thats been an industry leader for over 30 years!
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. To apply for this role, click 'I'm interested'.
Please note: In line with our Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
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