View Groundsman (permanent, full time)

Manurewa High School; Manurewa; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Manurewa is seeking a proactive Groundsman to maintain school grounds, gardens and facilities, ensuring a welcoming environment for students and staff.

You will mow lawns, manage outdoor areas, set up garden spaces, and coordinate with the Property Manager to prioritise tasks. A flexible, can-do attitude and ability to work independently are essential.

Applicants should take pride in safety and presentation.

Qualifications

• Experience with groundskeeping and basic building maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive mindset.
• Ability to work outdoors and in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day upkeep of school grounds, property and buildings.
• Mow lawns and maintain lawn areas.
• Keep hard surfaces clear of rubbish and leaves.
• Set up new or replacement garden areas.
• Carry out field marking and maintenance as required.
• Ensure outdoor areas are clean, safe and well presented.
• Liaise with the Property Manager regarding priorities and completed work.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Building maintenance

Communication

Job description

Applications close: 2 weeks from now - 23/11/2026.We are one of the largest multicultural schools in New Zealand, with over 2400 students representing more than 60 nationalities, a true reflection of Taamaki Makaurau.We are led strongly by our educational framework Te Ara O Taawhaki and our values of Respect, Excellence, Whanaungatanga and Akoranga. They guide how we work together as a school community and our student motivation and achievement is strong, through the hard work and dedication of a caring and professional staff.We are looking for a proactive and reliable person to join our property team as a Groundsman. This is a vital position that helps keep our school buildings and grounds safe, tidy, and well cared for – ensuring a welcoming environment for our tamariki, staff, and whānau.You’ll need to be someone who takes pride in their work, shows initiative, and can manage their time effectively to meet deadlines. A flexible, can-do attitude is essential. You’ll be working closely with others, so the ability to build positive relationships and interact appropriately within a school setting is a must.Key responsibilities include:Supporting the day-to-day upkeep of school grounds, property, and buildings.Mowing of school grounds and lawn areasMaintain hard areas clear of rubbish & leavesSetting up of new / replacement garden areasCarry out field marking and maintenance as requiredEnsuring outdoor areas are clean, safe, and well presentedCare and maintenance of school fields to ensure use throughout the yearRegularly liaising with the Property Manager regarding priorities and completed work as neceesaryWe’re looking for someone with:Practical handyperson skills in groundskeeping and basic building maintenanceGreat communication skills across different people and rolesStrong attention to detail and a proactive mindsetThe ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the Property teamIf you’re someone who enjoys variety in your work, likes being outdoors, and wants to contribute to a vibrant school environment, we’d love to hear from you.