Groundsperson

Company DescriptionThis role sits in the Council's Community Group, which comprises of community focused services such as Hamilton Pool, Parks and Recreation, Hamilton City Libraries and the city's three main visitor attractions.The Parks and Recreation team maintain and develop Hamilton's Park network for our community.
Our work ensures Hamilton is beautiful, fun, connected, and meets our community wants and needs, making our city one we're all proud of.Job DescriptionHe angituutanga: The opportunityOur Parks and Recreation team are looking for a Grounds person to join our team.
If you think this could be you – let's talkReporting directly to the Parks Supervisor, this role works to carry out facilities maintenance, litter collection, assisting, where needed, in gardens, mowing and agrichemical applications.Attitude is everything within this role and we value a positive attitude.
This role will provide you a great opportunity to contribute to helping us achieve our purpose of improving the wellbeing of Hamiltonians and our goal of showing that Hamilton is the best place to live.This role is for you if you are:Energetic, hardworking and versatileA team player who isn't afraid to muck in and get their hands dirtyPhysically fitAble to remain calm under pressure, work independently and complete all allocated tasks on timeQualificationsOo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experienceA current Full NZ drivers' licenceGrowsafe would be a bonusExperience in facilities and general garden maintenanceAbility to work autonomouslyBasic machinery maintenance knowledge & experienceAdditional InformationHe aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi?
| What's the salary?Circa $27.80 per hour dependent on skills and experience.Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offerOpportunities for professional development.Two Wellbeing days per year.Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted membership rates for family members.Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.Ability to purchase additional annual leave.Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.Me Tono Inaaianei
: Apply NowView the Position DescriptionClick applyComplete your application.If you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please combine this in the same file as your resume and upload as a PDF file.
Alternatively, you can use the 'Write a message to the Hiring Team' text box.Applications close on the: 08/04/2025Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email.
Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check.
This role is Safety Sensitive so a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test will be required.
View more information about these checks and our commitment to the Privacy act here by clicking here.It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments).
If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs.
We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.This role is being sourced directly.
If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies.
Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.
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