Mower Operator at Downer Group

, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mowing, Weed Eating, Vegetation Control, Equipment Maintenance, Litter Collection, Class 1 Driver's Licence, Machinery Operation, Time Sheet Completion, Electronic Device Usage

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity Based out of Katikati, this role services the wider Bay of Plenty region, and we welcome applications from candidates living across the local area including Waihi, Katikati, Ōmokoroa, Whakamarama, and surrounding communities. Join a hardworking outdoor team helping maintain parks, reserves, and public spaces across the Bay of Plenty region. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating machinery, and taking pride in keeping local communities looking their best. You will be responsible for mowing and turf maintenance activities within the Downer BOP Greenspace team in accordance with Downer policies and client requirements. Training will be provided where required. Day-to-day tasks include: • Mowing and weed eating • Edge and vegetation control • Litter collection and general site presentation • Equipment operation and maintenance • Following scheduled runs and completing required documentation Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills You’ll need to be physically fit, reliable, and happy working outdoors, along with the following: • Previous mowing, landscaping, farming or horticulture experience preferred • Full Class 1 driver’s licence essential – Class 2 is an advantage • Ability to complete time sheets and use handheld electronic devices • Confidence operating and maintaining machinery independently • A positive attitude and pride in delivering quality work • Reliable, hardworking, and safety-focused Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and support to succeed. We offer: • Health care and wellbeing benefits • Flexible working options • Deals and discounts from local and national retailers • Whānau scholarships • Development programmes and long-term career opportunities across NZ & Australia • $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply If you’re looking for stable local work, a supportive crew, and the chance to build a long-term career with Downer, click Apply Now to submit your application. We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical, and Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team. Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for mowing, turf maintenance, and vegetation control across parks and public spaces in the Bay of Plenty region. Tasks include equipment operation, litter collection, and completing required documentation for scheduled runs.