Field Staff Horticulture Arboriculture Response

3 months ago


New Plymouth, New Zealand New Plymouth District Council Full time

Ko wai mātou Who are we
Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000-150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.
Te āheinga The opportunity
Are you passionate about the outdoors, trees, and green spaces? Do you have a keen eye for detail when it comes to horticulture and arboriculture? The New Plymouth District Council’s Parks Team is looking for dedicated Field Staff to maintain and enhance our parks, reserves, and urban forests. If you enjoy working in a hands-on environment and contributing to the beauty of our community, this is the perfect role for you
Tino takohanga Key responsibilities
To deliver horticulture and arboriculture services to customers as determined by the Arboriculture Specialist and in accordance with industry standards, procedures and practices.
Ensure all health and safety directions/instructions are followed.
Engage with the public and provide a quality customer service.
Utilises resources effectively.
Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation.
Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako Essential skills and experience
Field experience in the maintenance of Parks and Reserves that may include cemeteries, horticulture, arboriculture, turf culture.
Drivers licence for relevant vehicle classes.
General fitness at a level to be able to cope with the demands of the job.
A passion for horticulture and arboriculture.
He aha ai a Taranaki? Why Taranaki?
With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it’s easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions’ dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live
Ōu mātou rourou What we offer
At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.
You can expect to start in this permanent full-time role with us between $54,080 - $56,287. We have also put together an Our Peoples Package that spans Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture and Recognition.
If you are a team player with a ‘can do - will do’ attitude and are keen to have a direct impact on making the district look great, this could be the position for you
Applications close Tuesday 15th October 2024


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