Parks & Gardens Maintenance Officer

1 week ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

When you join the Christchurch City Council you'll be getting involved first hand and working to shape the future of this city, our communities and environment. Christchurch City Council, where it's possible to love what you do

The city waterfront has been established along the Ōtākaro / Avon River in the central city to make it easier to access the river surrounds. There's also the fully restored Victoria Square, and Margaret Mahy playground, all of which include elements that better reflect shared Māori and European heritage and the Treaty relationship.

Based within the Garden & Heritage team, you'll ensure that grass, reserves, garden areas and all associated furnishings of these inner city premium parks and gardens are presented and maintained in a manner that enhances Christchurch City's image as New Zealand's "Garden City".

You'll have a full driver's licence, a minimum of level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent, or extensive experience in similar role. A Grow Safe qualification and/or a traffic management ticket/qualifications would be highly desirable.

We need a talented and enthusiastic specialist to ensure the maintenance of these areas continues effortlessly. We know you love being outside, and enjoy an environment where no two days are the same. Although you'll work to a busy schedule, the workload varies from job to job and is highly rewarding and satisfying.

In return, we offer a variety to the work and plant life that you'll be exposed to. We're a small, supportive team where everyone gets stuck in and works together.
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**_ Additional information:_**
- Hours of work - permanent, full-time_

Whilst staff working at the Christchurch City Council are not currently required to be vaccinated, applicants need to be aware that should the COVID-19 environment change, roles across the organisation will be assessed, and the requirement to be vaccinated may be reviewed.

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