Groundsperson at Fulton Hogan

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Horticulture Skills, Communication Skills, Physical Fitness, Reliability, Trustworthiness, Health And Safety Awareness, Team Player, Attention To Detail, Proactive Attitude, Growsafe Certification, Chemical Handling, Traffic Safety Knowledge

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Job Description The Opportunity We are looking for three keen and reliable people to join our busy Open Space Management team as a Groundsperson. Your daily activities will involve basic horticulture maintenance within landscapes, annual planting and spray maintenance. Work will include using various tools from hand tools to small power tools. You will be working a minimum of 40 hours a week however flexibility is a must as there is the occasional time where you may have to work night shift or be called in to assist in afterhours call outs. About you You’ll demonstrate strong initiative and a proactive mindset, thriving in a dynamic environment while contributing to running a temperamental yet highly performing roading network. To be successful in this role you will ideally have the following: A minimum of Class 1 full licence, Class 2 preferable Basic horticulture skills preferred. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Able to perform physically demanding tasks. Be reliable and trustworthy. Proactive around Health and Safety. And of course you will be a team player, have an eye for detail, and a can-do attitude. Preferably hold a Growsafe certification and be comfortable working with chemicals. Be confident working on State Highways in proximity to traffic. Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in road construction and the groundspace is desired although not essential. The Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to a range of other great benefits such as: Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones BP fuel discounts Job security, professional development and career progression opportunities Access to family scholarship programmes to support their tertiary study Excellent discounts at a wide range of retailers Access to free confidential counselling and support services for you and your family About Wellington Transport Alliance The Wellington Transport Alliance (WTA) is a collaborative partnership between NZ Transport Agency, Fulton Hogan, and WSP. Together, the alliance is responsible for managing the maintenance and operations programme for the state highways and roading networks across the Greater Wellington Region. The WTA is committed to delivering high service standards to both the region’s road users and the Greater Wellington region network. Sound like you? If this is the role you have been waiting for, to challenge the status quo and work within a high-performing team, then apply today. An appointment to this role will be made when the right candidate is found, so do not delay! All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen. We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities. We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply. We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.

Responsibilities

Daily activities will involve basic horticulture maintenance within landscapes, annual planting, and spray maintenance. Work will include using various tools from hand tools to small power tools.