Operator - Structures

About the Company At Tauranga City Council, we play a vital role in enhancing the community by maintaining and improving our public spaces. Our City Operations Team focuses on the upkeep of green areas, including reserves, walkways, gardens, playgrounds, and more. We are committed to providing efficient and quality service with the goal of making Tauranga a better place for everyone. About the Role We are currently seeking a dedicated team member to help build and maintain structures within the city’s parks and reserves. This position is ideal for someone who is practical, possesses a strong work ethic, and enjoys completing tasks efficiently. The role is hands-on and physically demanding, involving diverse tasks such as installing signage and bollards, constructing various types of fences, refreshing sand ladders, seating, and picnic tables, pouring concrete, maintaining playgrounds, removing graffiti, painting, and renewing cushion fill. Our community values these parks and reserves, so we are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and appreciates quality. We seek proactive and passionate individuals who prioritize health and safety, can work independently, are reliable, and can adapt to changing plans. It is essential that our team member understands the importance of keeping our community—our customers—satisfied at all times. This position works from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, totaling 40 hours per week, with the possibility of earlier starts during the summer months. The role will be based at our Owens Place Mount Maunganui depot and reports directly to the Supervisor of Structures. This is a full-time, permanent position that includes a work vehicle and all necessary tools, although the vehicle cannot be used for personal purposes. Requirements To be successful in this role, you will need: - Relevant experience in hard landscaping, carpentry, or building. - Qualifications in these fields, with a Level 3 or above preferred. - A strong sense of honesty and integrity. - A genuine commitment to health and safety and the willingness to speak up when necessary. - Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors for extended periods. - Proficiency with technology, including the use of mobile apps and an iPad for tracking and reporting work. - Strong communication skills. - A history of reliability and the ability to work well within a team as well as independently. - A positive attitude and eagerness to listen and learn. - A full, clean New Zealand driver’s license. - The ability to represent Tauranga City Council positively and interact respectfully with all community members. - The capability to pass a medical and drug/alcohol test. How to Apply If you are interested in applying for this position, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link provided. For additional information, please contact Damon Nield at damon.nield@tauranga.govt.nz. Please note that we will not accept applications via email. Applications will close on Friday, September 19th. As part of Tauranga City Council’s commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing, the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening. Please be aware that we cannot provide sponsorship for this role, and while some employees are provided a vehicle for work purposes, personal use is prohibited. Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or inquiries from any placement service, temporary staffing agency, or professional recruiter for this vacancy.