Sportsground Operator

Overview

Maintain and prepare sports grounds, operate equipment, support events.

Key Responsibilities

• machinery ops
• event support
• turf maintenance
• plant care
• standard compliance

Tasks

-Operate and care for machinery and equipment, including mowers, tractors, and small plant. -Support event delivery and ensure sportsgrounds are presented to a high standard for community and regional use. -Maintain and prepare top-quality sports turf and playing surfaces to national standards across multiple sporting codes.

Requirements

• turf maintenance
• growsafe
• driver’s licence
• māori
• safety conscious
• team‑focused

What You Bring

-Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka -Experienced in sports turf maintenance or groundskeeping, with sound knowledge of cricket, rugby, and football requirements. -Te Reo Māori language classes -Adaptable and safety-conscious, with a genuine enjoyment of outdoor, hands-on work that makes a visible impact. -Qualified with a full driver’s licence (manual) and a current Growsafe Agrichemical Certificate. -Recognised for being proactive, reliable, and team-focused, with a strong commitment to quality outcomes and positive public interaction.

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Benefits

-Employee Assistance Program (OCP) -Retailer Discounts + Study assistance -5 weeks annual leave after 2 years service -Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy -Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club -Free flu vaccinations (annual)

About Napier City Council

-Oversees civic services and infrastructure across suburbs like Taradale, Ahuriri, and Onekawa. -Guides urban planning, building consents, and three‑waters systems while maintaining roads, parks, libraries, and recreational facilities. -Supports tourism and community projects, including Aquatic Centre upgrades, Art Deco festivals, and aquarium development. -Provides specialist services such as three‑waters management, environmental health, emergency preparedness, building, and planning control. -Steers major infrastructure programs like road maintenance, water services, and public amenity enhancements across Napier. -Blends municipal management with event support and cultural attractions, shaping Napier as a warm, vibrant regional capital.

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Security Clearance

-pre-employment checks include drug testing and criminal background checks, with possible health screening.