Christchurch City Council – Christchurch, South Island
$65,502 - $72,780 a year
Full time, Permanent
6 days ago, from Christchurch City Council
Christchurch is recognised as New Zealand's garden city with over 1200 parks and gardens. From neighbourhood parks with family playgrounds to wilderness walks on the Port Hills, our residents are never far from a place to play, relax or be adventurous. We are looking for a Parks and Garden Maintenance Officer with a passion for green spaces and the outdoors to work with us to maintain and enhance these important places.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei The role of a Parks and Garden Maintenance Officer is an exciting position where you'll showcase your experience, talent, and passion for the horticultural world by delivering projects that are highly valued and meet the needs of the communities and users they serve. As a Parks and Gardens Maintenance Officer, you'll be responsible for a wide range of maintenance, upkeep, and improvement of Christchurch City's parks and spaces.
Your duties will include: Mowing, hand and ride on.
Line trimming.
Spraying.
Weeding.
Planting.
Cleaning BBQs and water fountains.
Being a committed team player who is always looking for ways to learn, grow, and improve.
Ensuring all aspects of our parks such as turf, gardens, and all associated furnishings are maintained to the highest standard.
Having a full driver's license, level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent, or extensive experience in a similar role.
A Grow Safe qualification, class two truck license, and W endorsement would be highly desirable but not essential. CCC will help you gain these qualifications if you do not have them.
What's in it for you? He aha nga hua ki a koe? Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities.
Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation.
Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career.
Hours of Work: 5 x Fulltime Permanent Positions available. Location: These positions will be based at various Christchurch locations as required. Salary: The salary band for this position goes from $65,502 - $72,780 per annum based on a 40 hour working week. Starting salaries will be based on the knowledge, skills, and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
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