Operator - Revegetation

Full job description
About the City Operations Team

The vegetation on the sand dunes plays a critical part in keeping our dune structure stable and our coastline and environment looking beautiful.

We are currently on the lookout for a Dunes Revegetation Operator to join our team. This includes hand pulling weeds, planting, spraying of plant pests, chainsaw use and line trimmer use.

This role will be based out of our Owens Place, Mount Maunganui depot.

This role in very hands on and physically tough, you will be working in all weather conditions in full view of the community.

Hours are Monday to Friday 7am to 3.30pm (40 hour per week)
Full uniform, PPE, wet weather gear, and work boots are provided
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Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in the City Operations Team you'll need:

Honesty and integrity are critical to working in our team
Relevant experience ideally in revegetation, dune care, gardening, landscaping, or labouring
Relevant qualifications such as First Aid, Growsafe are preferred but full training will be provided
Must be comfortable handling and spraying agrichemicals
Ability to use a mobile phone and learn our workflow app
A positive attitude and a willingness to listen and learn
The ability to deliver a high quality of work and take real pride in what you do
A track record of being a reliable team player
A full clean drivers licence
The ability to follow and implement Health and Safety guidelines
Be physically fit and able to work outdoors on your feet all day
Good communication and customer service skills – you’ll need to be comfortable answering the communities enquires while out on the job, you’ll be an ambassador for the City Ops Team!

Te Tukanga | How to apply


If you need additional information please contact Tracey Cotterell at tracey.cotterell@tauranga.govt.nz

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email only via the recruitment system.

Applications close: Friday 6th June


Please note:

As part of Tauranga City Councils commitment to health, safety and wellbeing, the successful candidate will need to pass a pre-employment medical and drug alcohol screen. Random DA testing is part of our operation.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for these roles.

Some employees will be provided a vehicle for work purposes only, there is no private use allowed.

Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or contact from any placement service, temporary staffing agency, or professional recruiter for this vacancy.

Candidates must be able to supply the details of two recent work-based referees. Read more