Grounds Supervisor

PAE Inc Group; Papakura; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PAE Inc Group is seeking a Grounds Supervisor to lead the Papakura Military Camp grounds team, coordinating maintenance across training areas, operational grounds and landscaped spaces. You will plan programmes, manage resources, and ensure work is delivered safely to a high standard, while supporting military training and community use.

On-site, Monday to Friday, 7.30 am to 4.00 pm, you will lead continuous improvement, build team capability and maintain strong NZDF relationships with a focus

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds, horticultural or landscape maintenance.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong planning, organisation and people leadership skills.
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance equipment and safe operating practices.
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain NZDF security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the grounds maintenance team.
• Coordinate daily, weekly and seasonal maintenance programmes.
• Oversee training areas, operational grounds and landscaped areas.
• Oversee stormwater systems and manage schedules, equipment and procurement.
• Monitor quality standards, contract performance and safety compliance.
• Build positive relationships with NZDF stakeholders and customers.
• Drive team capability, accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Grounds maintenance

Planning

People management

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

For over 30 years, PAE has partnered with the New Zealand Defence Force, delivering facilities and asset management services that keep critical environments working and moving. It's a relationship we're incredibly proud of because it reflects the trust placed in us to deliver every single day.

As a proudly iwi-owned organisation, we recognise our role as kaitiaki, guardians of the environments and communities we support, and we are committed to building strong, respectful partnerships grounded in manaakitanga.

We're looking for a Grounds Supervisor to lead our grounds maintenance team at Papakura Military Camp

From training areas and operational grounds to landscaped areas and community spaces, you'll play a key role in maintaining an environment that supports military training, operational readiness and daily life on camp.

We're looking for a leader who can build team capability, create accountability and foster a culture where high standards are the norm.

About the role

As Grounds Supervisor, you'll lead the day-to-day delivery of grounds and landscape maintenance services across Papakura Military Camp and associated outlying sites.

You'll be responsible for planning and coordinating maintenance programmes, leading a small team , managing resources and equipment, and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Working closely with NZDF stakeholders and the wider site team, you'll help maintain an environment that supports military training activities, operational requirements and community use.

This role is onsite full-time, Monday to Friday, 7.30 am to 4.00 pm.

What you'll be responsible for

• Lead and develop the grounds maintenance team
• Coordinate daily, weekly and seasonal maintenance programmes
• Oversee training areas, operational grounds and landscaped areas
• Oversee the operation and management of stormwater systems, including underground and overland networks, retention and treatment systems.Manage work schedules, equipment, resources and procurement
• Monitor quality standards, contract performance and safety compliance
• Build positive relationships with NZDF stakeholders and customers
• Drive team capability, accountability and continuous improvement

What we're looking for

• Experience in grounds, horticultural or landscape maintenance
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong planning, organisation and people leadership skills
• Ability to build team capability and maintain high standards
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance equipment and safe operating practices
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence
• Ability to obtain and maintain NZDF security clearance

Why this role

• Manage diverse environments including training areas
• Shape team culture and drive operational excellence