Weedeater operator

Green by Nature; Nelson; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Green by Nature in Nelson, New Zealand, is seeking a energetic individual for a short-term Edger/Weed Eater Operator role from early September 2026 to 18 December 2026. You will help keep parks and reserves in top condition, focusing on weed-eating and edging, with occasional broader tasks across green spaces.

Ideal candidates show a strong work ethic, physical fitness, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Experience with small plant equipment is a bonus.
• Must have a full driver\'s license (manual driving experience required).

Responsibilities

• Perform weed-eating and edging to control vegetation.
• Support mowing team and assist with other tasks in green spaces.

Skills

Full driver's licence

Physically fit

Independent worker

Team player

Small plant equipment experience

Job description

Spring / Summer position starting the beginning mid-September 2026 working through to 18th December 2026!

Do you have a great work ethic, enjoy getting stuck in, and hold a full driver's licence? If so this is the perfect short-term position for you! We're looking for an energetic individual to help keep Nelson's parks and reserves in top condition by taking on important vegetation control tasks.

What's does an Edger / Weed Eater Operator do you ask?

As an Edger/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

About Us

Our Green by Nature purpose is to improve people’s lives by building, caring for, and maintaining remarkable green spaces that enable us all to do more of the things we love. Enhancing the countries natural beauty to make it a wonderful place to visit and live.

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