Parks Maintenance Officer

About the Role

This position is part of the Council’s Community Group, which delivers community-oriented services including Hamilton Pool, Parks and Recreation, Hamilton City Libraries, and major visitor attractions. The Parks and Recreation team is dedicated to preserving and enhancing Hamilton's extensive park network, ensuring the city remains attractive, enjoyable, and responsive to community needs.

Opportunities

As a Parks Maintenance Officer, you will be instrumental in the upkeep and improvement of Hamilton’s green spaces, sports facilities, playgrounds, and related council infrastructure. Your efforts will promote the health and wellbeing of the residents and support the City’s ambition to be the best place to live.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine safety maintenance tasks throughout parks, playgrounds, and sporting venues.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and presentation in all work.
• Partner with contractors and collaborate with the Parks and Recreation team members.
• Complete tasks independently and cooperatively within teams, adhering to deadlines.
• Interact politely and professionally with the public.
• Maintain customer-centric approaches considering the needs of facility users.
• Manage the collection and disposal of rubbish across parks and grounds.

Candidate Profile

• Positive outlook and proactive work ethic.
• Ability to operate both autonomously and collaboratively.
• Strong focus on detail and delivering quality results.
• Effective time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Genuine passion for fostering community wellbeing and enhancing public spaces.

Skills and Qualifications

• Possession of a current New Zealand full driver’s license, Class 2 essential.
• Current first aid certification.
• Previous experience in maintaining parks.
• Experience in general maintenance and handyperson duties.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan and execute diverse work programs using various resources.
• Physical fitness appropriate for manual labor demands.
• Capability to juggle multiple tasks while maintaining quality service delivery.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and workload volumes.
• Independent work capability alongside team engagement.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and problem solving to deliver efficient solutions.
• Ability to think quickly and resolve issues to achieve optimal outcomes for customers and colleagues.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting wage is $29.90 per hour, adjusted in line with skills and experience.

• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Two wellbeing days annually.
• Free health insurance via Unimed, including hospital and surgical coverage, with discounts available for family members.
• Annual free health assessments and flu vaccinations.
• Option to purchase extra annual leave.
• Reimbursement for eye testing and glasses expenses.
• Discounts at local businesses such as gyms, cafes, dentists, and hairdressers.

Additional Details

The recruitment process will involve interviews, reference verification, and criminal background checks. Because this is a safety-sensitive role, a pre-employment medical examination including drug and alcohol testing will be mandatory. The Council honors the Treaty of Waitangi and supports inclusivity and respect for diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Candidates requiring accommodations during the recruitment process can request support ahead of time. The Council manages recruitment directly and will not accept unsolicited agency involvement or payments.