About the Role
Working in our Horticultural team you will take a leadership role supporting our ground teams to maintain and manage a high level of presentation for our public spaces.
Reporting directly to the Operations Manager you will be first point of call for our field-based team for any of the day-to-day issues that might arise. You will be out and about, engaging with the teams throughout the day, dropping off equipment, undertaking site audits, assisting with training, providing an extra set of hands when required and keeping appropriate reporting and communications up to date to ensure that everything runs as smoothly as possible. This is a hands-on role supporting the overall team but with a key focus on quality, auditing, training, and mentoring of the teams.
Ventia has strong systems, processes, and policies in place to guide you through your day. You will be supported directly by the operations team and other supervisors.
If you are self-motivated, well organised, enjoy physical work and being outdoors, enjoy sharing your knowledge and seeing a job well done, this could be the perfect role for you. Come and join our highly skilled and friendly team and see the difference you can make.
What you will be doing
- Leading from the front and sharing your knowledge.
- Daily contact with small teams across multiple sites.
- Mentoring and coaching staff on the job.
- Leading best practice (safety, quality and productivity)
- Inspecting and maintaining our standard of work through auditing and site checks.
- Supervising in a hands-on environment.
- Keeping reporting and communication up to date and completed as required.
About You
- Experience in horticulture or vegetation maintenance and weed control.
- Previous experience leading teams of 2 – 20 staff.
- Familiar with running daily jobs through pre-set schedules of work.
- Take pride in seeing a job done well.
- Enjoy supporting others to realise their potential.
- Have a full NZ drivers’ licence (manual).
- Leadership and communication skills.
- Good organisation and time management.
- Practical problem solving skills.
Benefits and Perks
- Tool of the Trade Vehicle
- Ongoing Training and Support
- A down to earth working environment
About Us
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika people, LGBTTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities
How to apply
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