Sports Turf Operations Assistant

7 days ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

**_E nga iwi, e nga karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tenei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He piiraa tenei ki a koe. Haere mai ki te tono mo tetahi tuunga i te Kaunihera o te Taone o Ōtautahi._**

At the Council, our love for our city inspires us as we constantly strive to make it an even better place to live, work, and play. A role at the Council isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to make things happen in the city you're dedicated to

**About the team | Ko te rōpū nei**

Join our team, and be inspired by the people you work with, the community you serve, and the results and successes we share together.

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

**As Sports Turf Assistant you'll be part of the team responsible for**:

- The maintenance of our high-quality sports turf on Hagley Park and other turf areas in the Central City
- Assisting in preparation for events in Hagley Park
- Ensuring Hagley Oval is developed and maintained to host the extensive program of cricket to be played at the ground from community to international level.
- Seasonal grounds-keeping during our busy cricket and events season
- Maintenance and preparation of outdoor sports surfaces, grounds, roads and pathways

**About you | Ko Koe Tēnei**
- Have a keen interest in turf management, with hands-on experience considered a distinct advantage
- Have a good understanding of the operation of sports and events at the venue
- Hold a full current driver's license.

**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 - WFH, 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**:

- Hours of work - 7:30am-4:00pm Monday to Friday, also as required around events. Some weekend work_
- Position - 3 x 6-month Fixed Term positions available_
- Location_ - These positions are primarily based at Hagley Park_
- Salary_ - $26.00 per hour
- Closing Date - 3rd September 2024_

**_ 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._

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