Waterway Weed Boat Operator — Catchment Technician

Hawke's Bay Regional Council; Napier; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited income protection

Life insurance

Subsidised eye tests

Flu vaccinations

Job summary

Hawke's Bay Regional Council Napier seeks a Catchment Worker - Weed boat Operator to join our Works Group on a permanent, full-time basis. Based at the Taradale Depot, you’ll work across multiple sites delivering aquatic weed control and essential maintenance.

You will operate weed boats across the Heretaunga Plains stream and river network and undertake vegetation management, fencing, and minor capital works while ensuring safety and accurate records are kept.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Driver Licence and Day Skipper Certificate.
• Experience operating plant, machinery, or equipment safely.
• Strong organisational skills with accurate record-keeping.
• Good communication and teamwork across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Operate a weed boat to deliver aquatic weed control programmes.
• Carry out river, drainage and regional park maintenance activities.
• Ensure plant/equipment safety and efficiency, with proper documentation.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contractors as required.

Skills

Plant operation

Safety-conscious

Independent worker

Communication

Tools

Smartphones

Tablets

Digital apps

Job description

Hawke's Bay Regional Council Napier seeks a Catchment Worker - Weed boat Operator to join our Works Group on a permanent, full-time basis. Based at the Taradale Depot, you’ll work across multiple sites delivering aquatic weed control and essential maintenance.

You will operate weed boats across the Heretaunga Plains stream and river network and undertake vegetation management, fencing, and minor capital works while ensuring safety and accurate records are kept.