Landscape Maintenance Advisor

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Christchurch City Council is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Advisor to support greenspace and vegetation management activities across the Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant (CWTP) and Banks Peninsula Treatment sites.

This role sits within the Three Waters Unit and requires a considered and well-organised approach to operational oversight, compliance, and ecological enhancement within a complex industrial setting.

**About the role | Ko te mahi nei**

The Landscape Maintenance Advisor oversees landscape operations, contractor performance, and native planting programmes at the CWTP. You will be responsible for scheduling, auditing, and advising on maintenance practices that meet operational and environmental requirements, while balancing limited access, public interface, and safety.

The role involves collaboration across Council teams and external stakeholders, and requires sound judgement when resolving on-the-ground maintenance issues or escalating compliance matters.

Key responsibilities | Ngā haepapa
- Develop and maintain a site-wide landscape and vegetation maintenance schedule
- Lead site audits and monitor contractor performance, including risk and quality assessments
- Coordinate native planting and nursery supply for restoration and midge control efforts
- Support small-scale project scoping, contractor engagement, and operational oversight
- Contribute to environmental compliance and vegetation management under relevant consent conditions

Engage with internal staff, mana whenua, landowners, and environmental groups to support long-term greenspace outcomes

**About you | Ko Koe Tēnei**

You will bring significant experience in landscape or environmental site management, preferably in infrastructure-adjacent or industrial contexts. You will be able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively across technical and community settings.

You will ideally bring:

- At least 7 years' experience in landscape management, including supervisory responsibilities
- Familiarity with site operations in restricted or infrastructure environments
- Strong knowledge of ecological planting and maintenance practices
- Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience
- Full NZ driver's licence and WTR endorsements (desirable)
- GrowSafe and Chainsaw NZQA Level 3 qualifications (preferred)
- Experience using asset and contract management systems (e.g., SAP, IPS, GIS)

**What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?**

Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:

- Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements - adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave
- Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
- Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts

Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career.

**Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero**:
This is a practical, field-based advisory role suited to someone who understands the value of robust maintenance systems, careful planning, and collaboration across operational and environmental disciplines.
- Hours of work - Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm_
- Position - Permanent, full-time_
- Location - This position is primarily based at Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant (Shuttle Drive), with occasional travel to Banks Peninsula sites_
- Closing Date - Tuesday 10th June 2025_

**_ Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date._