Machine Operator – Turf / Kaimahi Mīhini - Pātītī - New Zealand Jobs Opening

September 10, 2024

Porirua City Council

Porirua

OTHER & FULL TIME

Machine Operator – Turf / Kaimahi Mīhini - Pātītī

Porirua has a lot to offer its residents, businesses, visitors and those who work here. We have stunning scenery, and beautiful beaches, parks, walks and bike trails. Our young city has a diverse population and a vibrant culture. We’re working to manage how we grow and ensure Porirua is well connected, with new transport links, housing developments, thriving businesses and significant opportunities.
About the role
This role will embrace your machinery and small plant expertise with your eye for detail. You will be part of the team that maintains all turf areas to have them looking good for our community.
You will be responsible for:

mowing and/or maintaining designated turf areas around Porirua City
ensuring our sportsfields are well presented and tidy
following a scheduled mowing run
caring for and maintaining equipment

About you
It would be fabulous if you have experience working with a range of small plant, machinery and ride on mowers or tractors. You might have some knowledge in aspects of turf management but you will definitely be willing to learn and work towards a qualification.
You’ll need to show us that you:

have a clean and unrestricted driver’s licence
have previous experience with ride on mowers or tractors
are self-motivated and able to work unsupervised
can work as part of a hardworking team
follow processes and will maintain and keep our ride-on mower & gear clean
will take pride in keeping Porirua looking good for our community.

What you need to do now
Come and join our Parks team and be part of our welcoming and engaging environment. Please contact Glen Jacobson, Turf Manager on 027 803 0372 for more information.
Porirua City embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications by people from all backgrounds and are a member of Diversity Works. If you have any support or access requirements during our recruitment process, please let us know when you apply, and we’ll do our best to get you sorted.

You will need to apply via our careers centre: www.poriruacity.govt.nz/careers.

Applications close on Tuesday 24 September 2024.

Apply now Permanent Full Time
Job no: 2024-5472
Location: Porirua
Closing Date: Tuesday, 24 September 2024

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available