Vegetation Control Operator
Green by Nature
What the role involves
- Applying organic herbicide
- Maintaining parks vegetation
- Pruning plants and hedges
What they ask for
Current full driver licence; ability to drive manual; pre-employment drug test
- Professional licence or registration
- Driver licence
About the job
If you enjoy working outdoors, possess an awesome work ethic and have your full NZ drivers' licence, then this role would suit you!
We are looking for motivated, energetic people for our team to take on responsibilities including, (though not limited to) vegetation control tasks in our local parks and reserves.
About Your New Role
This position involves spray operations and vegetation control tasks; including plant and pest identification, application of organic herbicide to control weeds, general parks vegetation maintenance, planting, pruning roses, shrubs, herbaceous perennials, mowing, rubbish collection and turf maintenance. You will also participate in the annual clean-up which includes pruning, hedge trimming and pest control.
As part of a wider team, these role present opportunities for advancement and promotion within the business.
Hours are Monday to Friday 6am - 2.30pm Summer, 7am - 3.30 pm Winter
About You
Not only will you have a passion for the outdoors, you will also have:
- Previous experience in a similar role would be ideal but not a necessity!
- A current full driver's licence and with the ability to drive manual
- A commitment to upholding our company's Health and Safety policies
- A desire and enthusiasm to complete every job to the highest standard
- A positive, can-do attitude, that shows a willingness to learn and grow
What We Can Offer You
As well as being part of a company that has been an industry leader for 30 years, other benefits include:
- An annual $300 wellness benefit
- A performance-based salary that is reviewed annually
- Learning and development opportunities such as internal and external training and the opportunities for advancement within the team and wider company
About Us
Green by Nature is a business that specialises in Sports Turf Management, Full Facility Parks Maintenance, Landscaping and Horticulture company, operating across New Zealand and Australia. We have 2000+ employees, have been an industry leader for over 30 years and are committed to a culture of health and safety, excellence, and continuous improvement, whilst caring for our people, clients, and our communities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic team, so if your skills and experience match, then we want to hear from you. To apply for this role, click 'apply'.
In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test.