Mo te turanga | About the role As part of the Pokeno based Operations team, you will help assist in the river management flood protection and land drainage works for the Lower Waikato catchment works, based out of our Pokeno depot. Tasks include, but are not limited to: Minor Construction such as Floodgates & pump flaps, Retaining Walls, timber construction, fencing etc. Inspection & Maintenance (Repairs) – Flood pumps & floodgates, Sluice gates and lifting gear, Pump Stations, Streams/Drainage, Rivers, Fences, small plant. Chainsaw/tree felling work. Vegetation management, including Planting, Releasing, Weed spraying. Erosion Control/soil stability works. Emergency/Event response including Civil Defence roles. Vast career growth and development opportunities. Mo te tangata | About you Must be a confident swimmer. Positive attitude. Health and safety focused. Good team player. Physically fit/Able. Mo nga pukenga | Qualifications and experience NZ drivers' licence is required. Basic computer skills are required to use I pad, phone apps, and complete timesheets. The role will involve working closely with landowners from time to time, so having good customer service skills is important. Ideal (but not essential): Experience around construction, tree felling and chainsaw use. Experience working around plant and machinery. Weed spraying, vegetation management. Fencing general land management works. Mo te tima | About the team This role is based within the Lower Waikato Operations Team based at our Pokeno depot, completing works and tasks throughout the Waikato, but with majority of works focused around central and northern areas of Hamilton. This team prides itself on its innovation, responsiveness, can do attitude, and ability to get things done. Mo matou | About us We work hard to care for the mighty Waikato, so current and future generations will benefit from a healthy environment, strong economy, and vibrant communities. Our mahi is as diverse as the region we care for and the people who share it. Our work helps look after our region's water, soil, air, geothermal areas and coasts - so we can all enjoy these precious resources for generations to come. Customers sit at the heart of everything we do, and all staff have an important role to play in the delivery of exceptional customer service. By partnering with iwi and working with many others in our communities, our collective kaitiakitanga will make the Waikato region even better. Together, we'll create a sustainable future that will make a positive difference to people's lives. Mo te tuku tono | How to apply Applications will be reviewed as they come in, and this role will close on Sunday 10 November 2024. To apply for this job, please click the 'apply' button and include your CV & cover letter as a Pdf. Please email if you have any questions about the role. Apply now! #J-18808-Ljbffr