Sportsground Team Member

1 week ago

Napier, New Zealand Napier City Council Full time

Be part of the team that keeps Napier’s sportsgrounds looking and playing their best through the sunny summer season, from now until the end of April. In this hands-on seasonal role, you’ll prepare and maintain turf to national standards, support a range of sporting events, and make sure everything’s ready for action when the whistle blows. If you take pride in quality work and love working outdoors in great weather, this is your chance to make a visible difference every day.

**_ Te Āheinga_** -**The Opportunity
- Maintain and prepare high-quality sportsgrounds across Napier, operating machinery and performing essential turf care tasks to ensure playing surfaces meet national standards and are ready for cricket, rugby, football, and community events.
- Work outdoors in an active, hands-on role that develops your skills in turf management and equipment operation, while taking pride in delivering visible results that directly support local sports and recreation.
- Collaborate with a supportive, close-knit team and build positive relationships with sportsground users and the wider community, contributing to a welcoming and well-maintained environment.

**_ He kōrero mōhou_** -**About You
- NECA Level 1 or equivalent education and a full, current driver’s licence.
- Hands-on familiarity with sports like cricket, rugby, or football and understand their turf needs.
- Calm under pressure, a clear communicator, and ready to engage positively with the public and sports users.
- You bring an attention to detail and consistently deliver high-quality work.
- Multi-skilled, physically fit, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

**_ Ngā painga mōhou_** -**What we Offer
- 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years service
- Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy
- Retailer Discounts + Study assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (OCP)
- Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club
- Free flu vaccinations (annual)
- Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka
- Te Reo Māori language classes

This is a fixed term opportunity from September to April 2026 (eight months). You will work 42.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday) across Napier's sportsgrounds.

Remuneration for this role is between $25.72-$27.91 per hour.

**_He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri -_** About NCC

Part of our success is shaped by our ability to foster strong, enduring relationships between NCC, Mana Whenua, and Iwi. Our Māori Partnerships team - Te Waka Rangapū - enhance our cultural capability and awareness through education, training, and resources to strengthen cultural competencies.

Before joining our team, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including drug testing for a safe workplace. Some roles may also require health screening.

As part of holding a role with Napier City Council, you may be called on to assist in Civil Defence emergencies—an opportunity to support our community when it matters most.

**_ Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description_**

Job Description - Sportsground Team Member (Seasonal)
- Department
- Corporate & Commercial Services
- Locations
- Napier
- Employment Type
- Fixed Term

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