Spraying Operator

5 days ago

Timaru, New Zealand Timaru District Council Full time

**The Role**

The Timaru District Council is seeking TWO motivated and skilled individuals for the Spraying Operator/Gardener roles in our newly created team. As a Spraying Operator/Gardener, you will play a key role in keeping our parks and greenspaces safe, clean, and attractive for the community. Your responsibilities will be divided between vegetation control using chemical sprays and supporting gardening and horticultural tasks.

As a Spraying Operator/Gardener, you will manage vegetation control using chemical sprays and equipment, ensuring safe handling, maintenance, and public safety during operations. You’ll monitor and report on plant health, drainage, and surface levels, addressing any problematic areas. The role also involves supporting gardening tasks such as planting, weeding, fertilising, and minor irrigation or tree maintenance, while operating and maintaining powered tools safely.

Previous proven experience in spraying operations and gardening. You also need to have the knowledge of health and safety standards for chemical handling and equipment use. You will need a Growsafe Basic Certificate as a minimum requirement.

If you are passionate about making a difference in our community’s green spaces and have the skills we are looking for, we’d love to hear from you

**The District**

Timaru District is a thriving and innovative community. It is the central hub for the South Island, servicing a large agricultural heartland, with a growing economy that provides the import and export gateway for primary sectors. We boast a Top 10 most loved beach in New Zealand and have access to mountains, rivers, and lakes, making Timaru an ideal destination for recreational, sporting, and cultural pursuits.

Let’s not forget about that 7 minute commute to work

**The Organisation**

The Timaru District Council aims to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of communities, to promote the social, economic, environmental, and cultural well-being of its communities in the present and for the future. With around 400 staff, there are a diverse range of roles from front facing community to support and technical specialists.

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