Seasonal Weed Eater Operator

Green by Nature; Otago; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Green by Nature is seeking a energetic Weed Eater Operator for a 3-month seasonal role from October to December 2026, with possible extension. Based at the Frankton depot, the role covers Wanaka, Queenstown District, focusing on weed eating and edging to keep parks and reserves in top condition.

You will need a full driver’s license, good fitness, the ability to work independently or in a team, and the willingness to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Qualifications

• Full driver’s licence required (manual driving experience).
• Energetic with a can-do attitude and self-motivated.
• Good physical fitness; hands-on, physically demanding role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Weed eating and edging to maintain parks and reserves.
• Assist mower operator and broader mowing team as needed.
• Occasionally support other tasks across green spaces.

Skills

Driver's licence

Self-motivation

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Tools

Small plant equipment

Job description

Seasonal 3-month opportunity from October - end of December 2026 with a possibility to extend!

Do you have a great work ethic, enjoy getting stuck in, and hold a full driver’s licence?

This role will be based out of the Frankton depot however the role will take place across the Wanaka, Queenstown District. The job will be primarily weed eating alongside a mower operator.

If so, this is the perfect short-term position for you! We're looking for an energetic individual to help keep Wanaka's parks and reserves in top condition by taking on important vegetation control tasks.

What's does a Weed Eater Operator do you ask?

As a Weed Eater Operator, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the Mowing team by helping to keep vegetation under control during the busy growing season. You’ll focus on weed-eating and edging, ensuring our parks look their best, and occasionally join the wider crew to assist with other tasks across our green spaces.

Who we are looking for

We’re on the lookout for people with a strong desire to do a job well. Experience using small plant equipment is a bonus, but if you’re eager to learn, that’s good enough for us! You’ll also need:

• A full driver’s licence (manual driving experience required)
• Energy, self-motivation, and a can-do attitude
• Good physical fitness – this is a hands-on, physically demanding role
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

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