Mower Operator - Fixed Term

Green by Nature; Oamaru; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefit

Tool allowance

Work phone

Job summary

Recreational Services in Otago seeks a Mower Operator to maintain parks and grounds, including mowing, weed eating, and basic equipment upkeep. A full NZ driver’s license (manual preferred) is required, with a positive, can-do attitude and commitment to health and safety.

You will join the Waitaki team on a full-time basis, enjoy outdoor work, and contribute to a well-presented community environment. Pre-employment drug testing applies as part of our policy.

Qualifications

• Full, current driver license with the ability to drive a manual vehicle.
• Willingness to work outdoors and complete tasks to a high standard.
• Basic computer skills will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Mow, weed eat and perform general parks and grounds maintenance.
• Assist with basic mechanical maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Ensure grounds are well presented and maintained to community standards.

Skills

Driver license

Manual transmission

Outdoor work

Basic computer skills

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

If you enjoy working outdoors, possess an awesome work ethic and have your full NZ drivers' licence, then this role would suit you! We currently havea vacancy for a Mower Operator to join our high-performingWaitaki team.

What does a mower operator do you ask?

You will be responsible for general parks and grounds maintenance with activities including (and we will train you if you're not an expert), mowing, weed eating, basic mechanical maintenance of plant and ensuring that the grounds always look well presented. This is a varied, physical role upkeeping our local community, where you will be a highly valued member of the team!

Who we are looking for:

Not only will you be reliable and motivated, but you will also have:

• A full, current driver license with the ability to drive a manual - even better if you have a class 2 license.
• Enjoy working outside and get great satisfaction from a job well done!
• Basic computer skills will be beneficial.
• A commitment to upholding our company's Health and Safety policies.
• A positive, can-do attitude, that shows a willingness to learn and grow.

What we can offer you

As well as being part of a supportive and family-oriented company, other benefits include:

• An annual $300 wellness benefit.
• An annual tool allowance and work phone.
• A performance-based salary that is reviewed annually.
• Learning and development opportunities such as internal and external training and the opportunities for advancement within the team and wider company.

About us

Recreational Services are a business which specialises in Sports Turf Management and have diversified into a professional full facility parks maintenance company, operating across New Zealand. We have 550 plus employees and are committed to a culture of health and safety, excellence, and continuous improvement, whilst caring for our people, clients, and communities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic team, so if your skills and experience match, then we want to hear from you.

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