Sports Turf Labourer - 6 months Fixed Term

Full job description
Full-time
Group: Customer & Community

Company Description
This role sits in the Council’s Community Group, which comprises of community focused services such as Hamilton Pool, Parks and Recreation, Hamilton City Libraries and the city’s three main visitor attractions.

The Parks and Recreation team maintain and development of Hamilton’s Park network for our community. Our work ensures Hamilton is beautiful, fun, connected, and meets our community wants and needs, making our city one we’re all proud of.

Job Description
He angituutanga: The opportunity

In this role (Cricket Wicket Technician), your day will be filled with hands-on work maintaining the city's sports grounds to a high standard. You will also support the wider team as needed.

Bringing a positive attitude and contributing to a harmonious, cooperative team environment is key. If you're someone who’s motivated to achieve results and takes pride in your work, then this role is perfect for you. Yes, you’ll fit right in

Qualifications
Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

Current NZ drivers' licence.
A passion for club sports and sports turf
Basic machinery maintenance knowledge and experience.
Reading, writing and numeracy skills to accurately complete administration tasks and records.
Ideally, you will bring previous maintenance experience with you into this role.
A proven track record of thinking differently, acting with integrity, working together, and making it happen.
Self-awareness that mindset is the foundation of performance and an ability to develop self and others in this regard.
Works consistently to complete work schedules within deadlines.
Communicates clearly with team members and the public.
Collaborative working styles, builds strong relationships with team members.
Able to work independently to achieve set tasks.
A practical and flexible approach to meet park users needs.
Physically fit.
Commitment to delivering high quality workmanship
Additional Information
He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary?

Starting at $28.95 per hour, dependent on skills and experience.

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer

Opportunities for professional development.
Free health insurance from through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted membership rates for family members
Free annual health checks and flu vaccination
Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.
Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now!


If you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please combine this in the same file as your resume and upload as a PDF file. .

Applications close on the: 16/09/2025

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. This role is Safety Sensitive so a pre-employment medical including drug and ******* test will be required.

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.

 
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