Landscape Maintenance Officer

**_E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kaunihera o Ōtautahi_**

Christchurch City Council's Three Waters Unit is looking for a skilled Landscape Maintenance Officer to support the ongoing upkeep and ecological management of the Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant (CWTP) and Banks Peninsula Treatment sites.

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

This position involves the practical delivery of landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks, including native planting, mowing, weed control, and support for nursery operations and midge control. The role is based within an industrial and environmentally sensitive setting, requiring a careful and methodical approach.

You'll work as part of a small team responsible for maintaining the site's overall appearance, security, and ecological performance, contributing to both operational reliability and compliance.

Key responsibilities | Ngā haepapa
- Landscape maintenance across CWTP and Banks Peninsula sites
- Weed control, mowing, and native planting
- Supporting native nursery operations
- Participating in midge mitigation activities
- Minor coordination of contractors and casual staff as required

Contributing to site safety, record keeping, and asset condition monitoring

**About you | Ko Koe Tēnei**

You'll have a background in horticulture or landscaping, with a preference for experience in industrial or complex environments. A sound understanding of safe work practices, equipment use, and ecological principles is important.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

- A minimum Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent experience
- At least 6 years' relevant experience in grounds or garden maintenance
- A full New Zealand driver's licence
- GrowSafe certification (preferred)
- Chainsaw NZQA Level 3 qualification and WTR endorsements (desirable)
- Good communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with others

You'll be reliable, practical, and able to manage your tasks independently while contributing to team-based outcomes.

**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**:
If this role matches your background and you're looking for a practical, outdoor-based position with a focus on site care and ecological support, we encourage you to apply.
- Hours of work - Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm_
- Position - Full-time, permanent_
- 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._