Downer New Zealand
Gardener/Cemetery Tech L3
- Posted Today
- On Site
- Full Time
Location
Wellington
Job Description
About Us
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
About the Team
Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.
Job Description
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.
Hard Skills Required
- Grounds Maintenance
- Horticulture Knowledge
- Burial Operations
- Equipment Operation
- Health & Safety Compliance
Soft Skills Required
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
Benefits and Perks
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🤱Extended Parental Leave
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🔋Unlimited Annual Leave
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🧕Inclusive Workspace
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💯Employee Mentoring Program
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🩺Health Insurance
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🧠Mental Health Workshops
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💚Counselling Services
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💪Physical Health Workshops
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🌿Wellness Program
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📈Professional Development
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🎉Employee Discounts and Rewards
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🎖Long Service Rewards
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📣Referral Bonuses
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⏰Flexible Work
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Bereavement Leave
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Wellbeing Support
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Sick Leave
Job Schedule
- Shift Work