Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here 

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer: 

Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer A free pie and hot drink each month at Z!

Have a look at our other great benefits here!  

 

Te kōwhiringa | The opportunity 

The Downer Greenspaces team in Wellington have a reputation built through having great people, access to first class plant and equipment along with leading edge technology that allow us to deliver to the highest standards across New Zealand.  

Our teams are professional, focused on delivery of best practice on Parks Maintenance/Horticulture services to our clients and the members of the public. 

We are looking for a Gardener/Cemetery Technician with second-to-none customer service skills. You will often liaise with the public, so it is important to have a cheerful nature, enjoy talking to people and have a positive attitude. Your tasks will include: 

Maintaining grounds including gardens, turf, Litter and hard surfaces  Preparing, attending and reinstating plots for body and ash burials  Occasionally working Saturday`s as required   Working within the wider team to assist where needed. 

 

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills 

Integrity is everything in this role. You must have demonstrated pride in your work and in your personal presentation; as well as the ability to gain confidence and trust in those you work with  A high standard of workmanship is essential. Experience in Parks and Reserves grounds maintenance is preferred  Experience in interment burial operations preferred    You need to have a full class 1 drivers' licence and a Tracks endorsement is desirable  Be physically fit, punctual, reliable, responsible and self-motivated  Have good communication skills and ability to work as a team  Have a strong focus on safety and quality  Have a passion to deliver excellence that is customer focused 

 

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation  

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here! 

 

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply  

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 717974. 

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.