Groundsperson | Maintenance Worker

Nayland college; Nelson; On-site; NZD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Nayland College in Nelson is seeking a reliable Groundsperson/Maintenance Worker to join our property team. This permanent role covers groundskeeping, outdoor maintenance and related facilities to keep the school environment safe and well presented.

You will work closely with the Maintenance Manager and Business Manager, perform duties such as mowing, trimming hedges, cleaning surfaces and preparing areas for events, with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• experience in groundskeeping, maintenance or a similar practical role
• ability to safely use mowing and grounds equipment
• good time management and a strong work ethic
• a proactive attitude and ability to work as part of a team
• sound health and safety awareness
• physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors year‑round

Responsibilities

• mowing lawns and maintaining grassed areas
• trimming hedges and assisting with gardens
• clearing leaves and debris from paths, courtyards and outdoor areas
• cleaning courts and hard surfaces
• water blasting buildings, paths and concrete areas
• setting up areas for school events
• maintaining grounds equipment and machinery
• collecting litter, rubbish and recycling
• carrying out routine inspections and reporting hazards or maintenance issues
• assisting with general property duties as required

Skills

Groundskeeping

Tool operation

Teamwork

Health & safety

Time management

Physical fitness

Tools

Lawn mower

Pressure washer

Power tools

Job description

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Groundsperson | Maintenance Worker
Nayland College - Nelson
35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, Permanent, Annual salary $60,216 pro rata to 35 hours ($28.95 per hour)

Nayland College is looking for a reliable and practical Groundsperson/Maintenance Worker to join our property team.

We offer you a permanent role within a supportive team environment with ongoing training and professional development.

This hands‑on role is responsible for maintaining the school grounds, outdoor areas and associated facilities in a clean, tidy, safe and well‑presented condition. You will work closely with the Maintenance Manager and Business Manager to support the day‑to‑day upkeep of the school environment.

Key duties include:

• mowing lawns and maintaining grassed areas

• trimming hedges and assisting with gardens

• clearing leaves and debris from paths, courtyards and outdoor areas

• cleaning courts and hard surfaces

• water blasting buildings, paths and concrete areas

• setting up areas for school events

• maintaining grounds equipment and machinery

• collecting litter, rubbish and recycling

• carrying out routine inspections and reporting hazards or maintenance issues

• assisting with general property duties as required

To be successful, you will have:

• experience in groundskeeping, maintenance or a similar practical role

• ability to safely use mowing and grounds equipment

• good time management and a strong work ethic

• a proactive attitude and ability to work as part of a team

• sound health and safety awareness

• physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors year‑round

If you take pride in creating safe, tidy and well‑maintained outdoor spaces, we encourage you to apply. Annual salary $60,216 pro rata to 35 hours ($28.95 per hour)