Job Description
Love working outdoors and seeing the results of your efforts at the end of the day?
We're looking for a Mower Operator to help keep Māngere and Ōtāhuhu's parks, reserves, berms and public spaces looking their best. If you're someone who enjoys working with machinery, takes pride in a job well done, and values being part of a great team, we'd love to hear from you.
Every day, you'll play an important role in maintaining the green spaces that local communities use and enjoy.
What You'll Be Doing | Ngā Kawenga Takohanga
• Operating a range of mowing equipment including ride-on mowers, out-front mowers, tractors and small plant
• Maintaining berms, parks, reserves and other public green spaces throughout the Māngere and Ōtāhuhu area
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance
• Working safely and efficiently to meet contract standards
• Supporting the wider Greenspace team with activities such as line trimming, weed control, litter collection and general maintenance
• Delivering high-quality work while contributing to a positive team culture
What You'll Bring | Ngā Mea Ka Mauria e Koe
You don't need every qualification under the sun to be successful in this role. What matters most is your attitude, reliability and willingness to learn.
We're looking for someone who:
• Has a current Class 1 Driver Licence
• Has experience operating mowers, machinery or outdoor equipment
• Enjoys physical, hands-on work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Takes health and safety seriously
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Takes pride in delivering quality work and maintaining high standards
A Class 2 licence, horticulture experience or traffic management qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.
Benefits | Ngā painga
• Stable, full-time work with a respected Kiwi-owned organisation
• Modern equipment, quality PPE and uniforms provided
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment where people genuinely look out for one another
• Varied work across Auckland's local communities
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in parks, greenspace and infrastructure maintenance
About Us | Whakapā mai
Citycare Property is a proudly Kiwi-owned, values-driven organisation focused on building, maintaining, and renewing Aotearoa's social infrastructure. We partner with local and central government to care for the spaces where communities connect, thrive, and access essential services. Our purpose is to Enhance the Wellbeing of our Communities by championing sustainability across social, environmental, cultural, and economic dimensions, while prioritising local people and businesses.
We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are proud members of Pride Pledge and Diversity Works, honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and actively grow Te Ao Māori knowledge within our teams. If you are invited to an interview, please let us know if you have any preferences or requirements that will support you to perform at your best. All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand, undergo a medical assessment, pass a drug and alcohol test, provide two references, and consent to a Ministry of Justice (MOJ) check.
Discover why our people love working with us here
Apply Now:
If you're ready for a role where you can work outdoors, operate quality equipment, be part of a great team and make a visible difference in your community every day, we'd love to hear from you.
We will be reviewing applications as we receive them, so please don’t hesitate to apply.
Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!
