We are thrilled to have been chosen to manage the Nelson City Council Open Space Contract, starting July 1, 2025. This marks an exciting new chapter in caring for Nelson’s beautiful parks and reserves, building on a strong legacy of excellence. If you’re passionate about continuing to make a positive impact on your community and contributing to the future of these cherished spaces, we’d love for you to join our team.
Please note that some job descriptions and titles may not align exactly with your current responsibilities, but please don’t be alarmed. We may simply have the role named differently, and we still encourage you to apply. We’d love to get to know you!
About The Role
In this role, you will assist with burials and cremations, maintain cemetery grounds, liaising with families, and support with other general grounds maintenance tasks.
What We’re Looking For
- A compassionate and empathetic approach to your work, ensuring sensitivity in all interactions
- Reliability and dedication to consistently delivering high-quality service
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with both the team and the community
- A strong understanding of health and safety practices, with a commitment to maintaining high standards
- Experience operating excavators and tractors is highly advantageous
- A full, current driver’s licence, with the ability to drive a manual vehicle
Next steps
Since our beginnings in 1992, we’ve grown into an industry leader with over 1,500 team members across New Zealand and Australia. We are passionate about enhancing the natural environment and supporting councils and clients in realising their forward-thinking visions. So, if you’re ready to take the next step and join a company that has been an industry leader for more than 30 years, apply today.
In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.