Sports Turf Trainee

September 19, 2024

Christchurch City Council

Christchurch

OTHER & FULL TIME

E nga iwi, e nga karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tenei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He piiraa tenei ki a koe. Haere mai ki te tono mo tetahi tuunga i te Kaunihera o te Taone o Ōtautahi.
There are a number of sports parks dotted around our spectacular Garden City. Our Metro Sports Turf team is tasked with looking after Hagley Park, including the internationally renowned Hagley Oval and our wonderful sports facilities at Nga Puna Wai, and a number of specialist sports turf surfaces throughout the city.
About the team | Ko te rōpū nei
This is a chance to work as an important member of a dedicated and passionate team, in a supportive environment. You get to combine your love of sport and desire to work outside on a daily basis, all while gaining a national qualification. All up, we think it sounds like a pretty sweet gig.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei
Opportunities like this don't come knocking very often. We're offering the opportunity to develop a career in sports turf management, training alongside internationally recognised sports turf specialists whilst gaining practical agronomy experience. In addition to this, you will get the opportunity to experience a wide range of horticultural experiences including, the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Council's plant production nursery, amongst other parks management disciplines, opening up a wide range of career development options for the future.
About you | Ko Koe Tēnei
You'll have an active interest in horticulture, a level 2 certificate, and good reading and writing ability. To work outside, you'll be in tip-top physical health, and you'll love working in a team environment learning from the best.
In your application, tell us why you'd love to work on creating great sporting facilities and the ground the city plays on, and what's driving you to take up this opportunity. If you hold a full, clean driver's license and want the chance to be a part of our philosophy to provide, protect and enhance open space environments and sporting facilities then we can't wait to hear from you! Apply today.
What's in it for you? He aha ngā 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.
Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero:
At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.
We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at jobs@ccc.govt.nz
Position - 48-month Fulltime Fixed Term Position
Location - This position is primarily based at Nga Puna Wai - Wigram
Salary - $26/per hour
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.

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