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Delta is your smart thinking infrastructure specialist. We construct, manage and maintain essential energy and environmental infrastructure. Every day we make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. We make communities better for people to live, work and play in - keeping the lights on, the trees trimmed and the parks green.

Are you an experienced and safety-focused Gardener Supervisor ready to make a difference? Join our vibrant team at Delta, where we emphasise safety, high-quality work, and strong teamwork.

This role is based in Queenstown where you will be part of a high performing team in a beautiful setting.  To find out more about Queenstown as an amazing place to live and work, you can copy this link into your browser: https://bitly.cx/kwQA.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, this role involves performing mechanical maintenance of plant, ride on mowing, weed eating, and STMS.
In the supervisor's absence, this role demands strong leadership and administrative capabilities, including managing billing processes, overseeing budget allocations, coordinating tasks and schedules, adjusting resources to meet project timelines, and maintaining professional relationships with the local council and Delta staff.


About you:

The successful candidate will have the following skills and attributes:

• A good track record dealing with customers.
• Highly motivated and a proven team player.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Fit and well to handle the physical demands of the role.
• Exhibits tidy and methodical work practices.
• Able to work independently.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Excellent attendance and Health and Safety record.
• mechanical knowledge.
• Dedication to complete every job to a high standard.
• Mindful of safety and courteous of the general public.
• A strong work ethic and can be relied upon to work well unsupervised.
• Able to prioritize and work within timeframes.
• Able to work well with others and can communicate effectively.

What you need to succeed:

• STMS Cat A and B (onsite TTM setups)
• Grow safe standard level
• 1.5 years plus experience in a gardening or related Horticulture role OR a level 4 NZQA qualification in Horticulture.
• Experience leading a team and administration duties
• Valid Class 1 New Zealand driver's license.
• Experience with weed trimmers and other small plant.

  
Core Duties:
Gardening

• Oversee and carry out seasonal planting of trees, shrubs and tussocks.
• Carry out weed-eating and push mowing in Jacks’ point, on private properties and for events.
• Hand-weeding.
• Remove and dispose of dead trees, shrubs and tussocks.
• Spraying for insect and pest control.
• Complete audits of Jacks Point.
• Keeping plant up to date with mechanical maintenance.

Management (in absence of supervisor)

• Set up Traffic Management and give way operations.
• Supervise and direct trade staff.
• Liase with the Project Manager at Jacks Point.
• Manage and direct all staff.
• Complete and submit timesheets for the team and complete charge outs.
• Overseeing the budget.

  
About the role:

• This is a full-time, permanent role working a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Overtime is paid after 40 hours at a rate of time and a half.
• The wage range for this role is $30-$31.80/hour (gross) - dependent upon qualifications and experience.
• This role is primarily based in Queenstown, Central Otago, in the South Island of New Zealand.

 
  What’s on offer:

• A role where you will be challenged and supported.
• Discounts tied to popular retailers and service providers through our 'Boost' programme.
• Extra contribution to KiwiSaver after your first year.
• All permanent and Fixed-term employees qualify for Cigna Life Insurance cover.
• Commitment to safety, to make sure everyone gets home - every day.
• Recognition for excellence and demonstrating Delta’s Values.
• Wellness programmes, team activities, and social clubs.
• Professional development, training, and courses.
• Corporate Social Responsibility programmes and initiatives.
• Joining a progressive and reputable South Island organisation.

  
If this sounds like you, you have a positive attitude and want to be part of a great team, we want to hear from you. 

Apply now!

Applications close: 2 April 2025

Delta is an equal opportunities employer, providing competitive remuneration and structured support for your career development.  To find out more about Delta, you can copy this link into your browser: https://bit.ly/DeltaUtilityServices

Please Note:

• The successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Candidate suitability will be assessed upon receipt of application and interviews will be arranged promptly.  Accordingly, please submit your application as soon as possible as we will not be waiting for the advertisement to close before interviewing suitable candidates.
• Unsuccessful candidates will be notified via email.

  

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