Groundsworker

At Green by Nature, we're proud to be one of Auckland Council's trusted service providers. Dedicated to maintaining the beauty of Auckland and its surrounding area's, parks, playgrounds, gardens and public facilities. Since 1992, we've grown into an industry leader with over 2000+ team members across both New Zealand and Australia; committed to creating safe, vibrant spaces for our communities.

What's a Groundsworker you ask?

Reporting to the Operations Manager this role involves working closely with clients and key stakeholders to achieve quality outcomes on the grounds. Managing and maintaining the highest standards across Rodney and West Auckland's grounds and other playing surfaces will be your top priority!

If you're an experienced Groundsworker who enjoys a hands-on approach to achieving deadlines and exceeding client expectations we urge you to apply join our ever-growing team! This role covers all facets of turf management from initial preparation to ongoing maintenance throughout the year including achieving "match day" readiness.

What we are looking for:

• You will be passionate about sports turf, physically fit with energy to burn, and be self-driven
• Demonstrable experience of 3 years plus and success working in Turf Management with specific experience in preparation and maintenance of cricket pitches and other sports playing turf
• A formal qualification in Turf Management, ideally level 4
• A mechanical aptitude in the use of mowers, tractors and turf related equipment
• Strong attention to detail with well-planned organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously 
• A current full Drivers Licence

Here's what we can offer you:

• Minimum guaranteed hours (includes weekend work as required) with the ability to increase based on operational demands
• Work phone with the ability to use personally, and an annual $300 wellness benefit (after qualifying period)
• We offer training and a high level of Health and Safety for all our employees
•  Working within a business with over 30 years of operational experience

In addition to your technical skills, to be successful in this role:

• You will be passionate about sports turf and in particular cricket wicket preparation and have the desire and enthusiasm to complete all work to high quality standards
• Have strong attention to detail with well-planned organisational skills and the ability to work well autonomously and as part of a team
• Be able to demonstrate a positive attitude and behaviours towards working safely
• Be flexible to work some weekends during the cricket and or rugby season

As a business Green by Nature has developed a special culture where we work to uphold our values through professionalism, ownership of what we say and do, supporting and valuing our people and continually growing our knowledge.

If you have the right skills, energy, and experience, then we want to hear from you. To apply for this role, click 'apply' and you will be redirected to our website to register your application.

In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.