About the role | Ko te kaupapa

We’re looking for a Spray Operator to join our Parks & Reserves team in Rolleston.

This is a practical, outdoor role where you’ll help maintain and care for public spaces throughout the Selwyn District by carrying out spraying, vegetation control, and general maintenance across local parks and reserves.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

Native vegetation work

  • Site preparation
  • Maintenance spraying
  • Noxious weed control
  • Line trimming

General gardening tasks

  • Hand weeding
  • Hedge trimming
  • Spraying

You will need a careful, detail-oriented approach and a strong work ethic. We are looking someone reliable, safety-conscious, and motivated who takes pride in keeping outdoor spaces healthy and looking their best.

CORDE’s maintenance contract covers the entire Selwyn District, truly a spectacular and beautiful area to work in.

What you’ll bring | Ko ngā pukenga ōu

  • Full Class 1 Driver Licence (essential)
  • GROWSAFE (desirable)
  • Qualification in Horticulture Level 3 (desirable)
  • Traffic Management – TMO (desirable)
  • Physically fit and self-motivated
  • Health and Safety conscious with a positive attitude

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai

  • Career opportunities through training & development
  • Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones
  • Birthday leave after 1 year, retail discounts and a great working culture!
  • Varied and interesting work every day
  • An innovative company with diverse projects

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment.

Our values | Ngā Uaratanga

Trustworthy | Whakawhirinaki – People You Can Rely On
Teamwork | Mahi Tahi – People Who Work Together
Guardianship | Kaitiakitanga – People Who Protect Our Place

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ link. Or email your CV and Cover Letter to recruit@corde.nz.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Note: CORDE Ltd will not consider unsolicited applications or contact from recruitment agencies for this vacancy. If recruitment support is needed, we will reach out to our trusted agencies.