Maintenance/Groundsperson

About Banbury Park Village

Banbury Park Village offers a vibrant, contemporary lifestyle as part of Qestral Corporation Limited’s new‑generation retirement communities. Located in Halswell, Christchurch, the village features architecturally designed homes and serviced apartments, complemented by flexible service packages tailored to residents’ individual needs.

The new Pavilion (main facilities building) is the heart of village life, showcasing state‑of‑the‑art, architecturally designed facilities. Residents enjoy outstanding amenities including an indoor heated pool and spa, cinema, bar, gym, hair salon, café, and restaurant—all thoughtfully designed to support connection, wellbeing, and enjoyment.

A rich lifestyle programme includes theatre trips, cultural events, and the award‑winning TRILife Wellness Programme, supporting residents to live well in a welcoming and modern environment. With dedicated staff and exceptional facilities, Banbury Park is a place where residents can truly thrive.

About the Role – Mō te Tūranga

In this full-time position, you’ll be part of the team responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and grounds work of the village and The Pavilion. This role is 40 hours per week from Monday-Friday with a paid after hours on call roster element.

Your work will include general repairs, upkeep of communal areas, and ensuring all facilities and equipment are safe and in good working order, as well as helping maintain beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces across the village, ensuring everything looks its best as the seasons change. From mowing lawns and trimming hedges to general grounds maintenance, you’ll help keep our resort-style environment vibrant and welcoming.  This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same—your practical skills will help keep the village running efficiently and looking its best. You’ll take pride in a job well done and enjoy working as part of a friendly, resident-focused team.

About You – Ngā Kōrero Mōu

The successful candidate will be a highly capable team player with the following attributes:

• Good time management and organisational skills
• Has attention to detail and a commitment to high standards
• Physically fit and able to manage hands-on tasks
• Proven maintenance experience (carpentry background advantageous)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Administration and computer skills an advantage
• Professional, discreet, and reliable
• Enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in presentation
• Brings experience in gardening or groundskeeping
• Can operate and maintain machinery (e.g., ride-on mower)
• Is discreet, diplomatic, and a reliable team player
• Experience with compliance of buildings and services would be advantageous
• Holds a current, clean driver’s licence
• Most importantly, alignment with our core values – Ō Tātou Uara: vision, optimism, respect, equality, and honesty – and the ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures

Applicants must hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

About Us – Ngā Kōrero Mō Mātou

Banbury Park is proudly owned and operated by Qestral Corporation Limited, a leader in design-led, anti-institutional retirement living. We create communities that combine the best healthcare, wellness, hospitality, and technology.

Located in Halswell, Christchurch, Banbury Park offers architecturally designed homes, serviced apartments, and exceptional care services, including dementia care. Learn more about Qestral at http://www.qestral.co.nz.

To take up this exciting and rewarding role and be part of a team dedicated to providing the very best in new generation retirement living, please submit your CV and cover letter via Trade Me or Seek.