Position Available: Horticulture Leading Hand

Number of Positions Available: 5
Location: Bay of Plenty
Pay Rate: $32 – $38 per hour
Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of experience OR Level 4 or higher qualification.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and Supervise horticultural team supervisors and crews during mulching, mowing, planting, and maintenance tasks
  • Allocate daily tasks and monitor progress to meet project timelines
  • Train and mentor junior staff on horticultural techniques and safety procedures
  • Conduct site inspections and ensure work meets quality standards
  • Operate basic horticultural equipment and tools
  • Maintain records of work completed, staff attendance, and site conditions
  • Communicate with clients and report issues to management
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Assist with scheduling and resource planning for field operations

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Position Available: Agricultural and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator

Number of Positions Available: 3
Location: Bay of Plenty
Pay Rate: $28 – $32 per hour
Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of experience OR Level 4 or higher qualification.
  • And Valid NZ or Overseas driver’s license (Class 1)

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate mobile plant equipment including tractors, mulchers, mowers, and excavators
  • Perform land clearing, vegetation control, and site preparation tasks
  • Conduct routine maintenance and safety checks on machinery
  • Transport equipment between job sites as required
  • Follow site plans and instructions from supervisors
  • Ensure safe operation in accordance with workplace and environmental standards
  • Assist with manual tasks when machinery is not in use
  • Maintain logs of equipment usage, fuel consumption, and service records
  • Report faults or hazards to management promptly