Playground and Asset Maintenance Operator

Green by Nature (formally known as Recreational Services) is proud to be the Waitaki District Council's chosen service provider, entrusted with maintaining the beauty of the region's parks, playgrounds, and public spaces. Blown away by the region's natural beauty and inspired by the Council's forward-thinking vision for the future, and we are now looking for a reliable individual to join our newest team as a Response Operator, commencing 1st July, 2024., Reporting to the Team Manager, you will be responsible for the maintenance of the Waitaki District Councils playgrounds, sports courts, sports/fitness equipment, BBQ's, bus shelters, waterways, and parks furniture throughout the district. Your duties will include, but not limited to, basic handyman functions, playground inspections and minor repairs, playground aeration, cleaning, refurbishments, and asset validation of all park assets. At times you may be required to assist the wider team.

• You will possess a broad range of handyman skills and preferably have previous maintenance experience


• Ideally, you will have completed a Playground Inspection and Maintenance Course Level 2, however, this is not essential as we are willing to train the right person


• A current full driver's licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle is essential


• A high level of attention to detail, have a strong work ethic and demonstrate a positive attitude towards working safely


• You will have excellent communication skills, be reliable, punctual, co-operative, and maintain positive working relationships


• You must be able to work flexible hours to meet the client's requirements
  
  Since 1992, Recreational Services has been dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces across New Zealand. With over 700 employees in 14 locations nationwide, we've been a strong force in the industry. In 2021, we came together with three of the most well-established landscaping businesses in Australia - Green Options, Super Gardens, and Skyline Landscape Services.


We are excited to announce that from October 2023, we will be rebranding to operate under one new, single brand, Green by Nature. Our Group 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. With over 1500 team members across New Zealand and Australia, we're excited to continue our journey and we hope for you to join us!

As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with other professionals, gain further knowledge and experience, and develop your career. We offer regular work hours, a performance-based salary that is reviewed annually, and a $300 wellness benefits. You'll also receive an annual tool allowance and work phone.