Machine Operator

7 hours ago

Porirua, New Zealand Porirua City Council Full time

Porirua has a lot to offer its residents, businesses, visitors and those who work here. We have stunning scenery, and beautiful beaches, parks, walks and bike trails. Our young city has a diverse population and a vibrant culture. We’re working to manage how we grow and ensure Porirua is well connected, with new transport links, housing developments, thriving businesses and significant opportunities.

**About the role**

This role will embrace your machinery and small plant expertise with your eye for detail. You will be part of the team that maintains all turf areas to have them looking good for our community.

You will be responsible for:

- mowing and/or maintaining designated turf areas around Porirua City
- ensuring our sportsfields are well presented and tidy
- following a scheduled mowing run
- caring for and maintaining equipment

**About you**

It would be fabulous if you have experience working with a range of small plant, machinery and ride on mowers or tractors. You might have some knowledge in aspects of turf management but you will definitely be willing to learn and work towards a qualification.

You’ll need to show us that you:

- have a clean, full, and unrestricted driver’s licence
- have previous experience with ride on mowers or tractors
- are self-motivated and able to work unsupervised
- can work as part of a hardworking team
- follow processes and will maintain and keep our ride-on mower & gear clean
- will take pride in keeping Porirua looking good for our community.

**What you need to do now**

Come and join our Parks team and be part of our welcoming and engaging environment. Please contact Glen Jacobson, Turf Manager on 027 803 0372 or Nathan Wilkes, Team Leader Mowing on 021 227 9243 for more information.

To find out more about working for Porirua City: Watch this video

Applications close on Thursday 19 June 2025.

Permanent Full Time

**Job no**:2025-5608

**Location**:Porirua

**Closing Date**:Thursday, 19 June 2025

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