Edger Operator

Green by Nature; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A parks maintenance company in Auckland seeks an Edger Operator. The role involves outdoor green space maintenance, primarily mowing and edging, alongside planting and weeding. Applicants must have a full driver’s licence, be physically fit, and possess communication skills. Competitive salary and wellness benefits are provided.

Benefits

Performance-based salary

Regular work hours

Wellness benefit of $300

Company phone for personal use

Qualifications

• Current full driver’s licence with manual vehicle driving skills.
• Ability to accept responsibilities and work within a team.
• Physical capability to perform outdoor tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain green spaces across multiple sites.
• Perform mowing and edging tasks.
• Assist with planting, weeding, and spraying.

Skills

Driver’s licence

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Do you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in your work? If so, this is the role for you! We are seeking a Edger Operator to join our Tupuna Maunga Authority Team!

Reporting to the Team Manager and working closely alongside one of our talented Gardeners, you will be responsible for general green space maintenance across multiple Tūpuna Maunga o Tamaki Makaurau (Ancestral Mountains/volcanoes of Auckland) sites. While your role is primarily mowing and edging, you will also be involved in helping the team with planting, weeding, and spraying, whilst making sure things are kept safe for the public, your team, and yourself.

Who We Are Looking For

• A current, full driver’s licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle
• A willingness to accept responsibility and ownership of jobs whilst working as part of a wider team - helping out your teammates needs to be second nature
• Fit and able to undertake and complete the physical tasks
• Have knowledge of health and safety practices relevant to the job
• Excellent relationship building and communication skills

What We Can Offer You

As part of our team, you\'ll have the opportunity to work with other professionals, gain further knowledge and experience, and develop your career in horticulture. We offer regular work hours, a performance-based salary that is reviewed annually, and a $300 wellness benefit (after qualifying period). You\'ll also a work phone that is permitted for personal use.

About Us

Green by Nature is a diversified professional full facility, parks maintenance, sports turf, landscaping and horticulture company, operating across New Zealand and Australia. We have 2000+ employees, have been an industry leader for over 30 years and are committed to a culture of health and safety, excellence, and continuous improvement, whilst caring for our people, clients, and communities.

If you\'re motivated and looking to make impact, apply now!

In accordance with the Company\'s Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.