Greenspace Labourer

Delta is your smart thinking infrastructure specialist. We construct, manage and maintain essential energy and environmental infrastructure. Every day we make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. We make communities better for people to live, work and play in – keeping the lights on, the trees trimmed and the parks green.

The role:
We have an Opportunity available for an enthusiastic Greenspace Labourer to join our high performing team in Nelson/Tasman.
The role involves a variety of grounds maintenance, weed spray operations, mowing and pilot driving for our main customers in the area.

This is a very hands-on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys working in a variety of environments and takes pride in maintaining the region's parks, reserves, roadsides, and public spaces to a high standard.

Key responsibilities:

• Weed eating and vegetation control in parks, reserves, and public spaces
• Hedge trimming and maintaining landscaped areas
• Roadside vegetation management and footpath clearing
• ATV spraying and herbicide application in accordance with approved procedures
• Push mowing in parks, reserves, and other public areas
• Piloting for reach-arm mowing
• Identifying and managing weeds and overgrown vegetation
• Carrying out daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Working safely and complying with all health, safety, and environmental requirements

About you:

• Hands on experience and a good understanding of environmental laboring (machinery operation, spraying, mowing equipment, and vegetation control).
• Understands and adheres to Health & Safety guidelines and best practice.
• Enjoys working outside in all weather.
• Must be physically fit and able.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• A current and clean Driver’s license class 1.
• TC/ STMS desirable
• A proven record of being a team player

What’s on offer:

• A role where you can be challenged and supported.
• Discounts tied to popular retailers and service providers through our 'Boost' programme.
• Extra contribution to KiwiSaver after your first year.
• Cigna Life Insurance cover.
• Commitment to safety, to make sure everyone gets home safely - every day.
• Recognition for excellence and demonstrating Delta’s Values.
• Professional development, training, and courses.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Programmes and initiatives.
• A competitive remuneration package and great benefits.
• Joining a progressive and reputable New Zealand organisation.

If this sounds like you, and you have the ability to work independently, and will exhibit tidy and methodical work practices, we want to hear from you.

Apply now!

**Delta is an equal opportunities employer, providing competitive remuneration and structured support for your career development. To apply, and to find more information on Delta please visit www.thinkdelta.co.nz/join

Some things you need to know:**

• We will only consider applications from people currently residing in NZ and who hold a valid work visa.
• While we make every effort to respond to all applications, sometimes the volume we receive is so large it is not possible. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for this position; unsuccessful candidates will be notified via email