Mower Operator

Citycare Group; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time contract

Training & development

PPE provided

Safe team culture

Job summary

Citycare Property is seeking a Mower Operator to join our team at Trentham Military Camp in Upper Hutt. The role involves caring for parks, open spaces, sports fields, and landscaped areas to a high standard, with independent work as part of a supportive team.

Applicants should have mowing or turf experience, a full Class 1 driver’s license, and a commitment to health, safety, and environmental practices. Training and career development opportunities are available within a stable, long-term

Qualifications

• Experience operating ride-on mowers or similar outdoor machinery.
• Experience in parks, grounds, or turf maintenance.
• Full Class 1 driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate ride-on, tractor-mounted, and pedestrian mowing equipment.
• Mow, edge, line trim, and maintain turf and sports fields.
• Maintain open spaces, roadsides, and landscaped areas.
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance.
• Identify hazards and report issues.
• Work safely following NZDF site requirements and security protocols.

Skills

Ride-on mower operation

Parks maintenance

Sports turf maintenance

Driver's license (Class 1)

Health & safety awareness

Team player

Job description

Citycare Property is looking for a Mower Operator to join our team at Trentham Military Camp. In this hands‑on role, you’ll help maintain the camp’s parks, open spaces, sports fields, and landscaped areas to a high standard, keeping them safe, tidy, and looking their best year-round.

This is a great opportunity for someone with mowing, parks maintenance, or turf experience who enjoys working independently while being part of a supportive team. Experience maintaining sports turf or sports fields would be a real advantage, particularly if you’re familiar with achieving a consistent, high‑quality finish.

Located in Upper Hutt, Trentham Military Camp is one of New Zealand’s key Defence sites. Your work will directly contribute to maintaining an environment where NZDF personnel can train, work, and serve.

What You’ll Be Doing | Ngā Kawenga Takohanga

• Operating ride‑on, tractor‑mounted, and pedestrian mowing equipment
• Mowing, edging, line trimming, and general turf maintenance
• Maintaining sports fields and turf, open spaces, roadsides, and landscaped areas
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance
• Identifying and reporting hazards, equipment issues, or site defects
• Working safely and following all NZDF site requirements and security protocols
• Delivering high‑quality work that meets contract standards

What We’re Looking For | Ā Mātou e Rapu Ana:

• Experience operating ride‑on mowers or similar outdoor machinery
• Sports turf or sports field maintenance experience would be highly regarded
• Previous experience in mowing, parks, grounds, or turf maintenance
• A full Class 1 driver’s licence
• A strong work ethic and pride in producing a quality finish
• Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• A commitment to health, safety, and environmental practices
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to work effectively as part of a team
• The legal right to work in New Zealand
• Ability to pass pre‑employment medical, drug and alcohol, and criminal history checks
• Ability to obtain and maintain NZDF security clearance requirements

Benefits| Ngā painga

• Competitive pay reviewed annually
• Stable, full‑time employment on a long‑term contract
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Company‑provided equipment and PPE
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

About Us | Mō Mātou

Citycare Property is a proudly Kiwi‑owned, values‑driven organisation focused on building, maintaining, and renewing Aotearoa's social infrastructure. We partner with local and central government to care for the spaces where communities connect, thrive, and access essential services. Our purpose is to Enhance the Wellbeing of our Communities by championing sustainable social, environmental and cultural outcomes while prioritising local people and businesses.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are proud members of Pride Pledge and Te Uru Tāngata Centre For Workplace Inclusion,

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively grow Te Ao Māori knowledge within our teams. If you are invited to an interview, please let us know any support you may need.

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