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Team leader - Pest Plant

at Ventia in Auckland, NZ

Work Type: On Premise | Employment Type: Full Time

Experience Level: Senior Level | Posted Date: 16/04/2025

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Description

About the Role

 

A position has become available based out of our Mt Wellington premises to work in our Pest Plant team .  In this role you will work across Auckland city’s Parks managing and controlling pest plants in Bush ,revegetation areas and reserves . 

 

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who experience in pest plant control, the person would have good pest plant knowledge, weed management experience and an understanding of the different methods of control.

Grow safe certified is advantageous though this can be provided. If you love the outdoors and have good attention to detail, then this might be for you. 

While experience in pest plant control is preferred, we are open to training the right person who may have had previously worked in similar fields or has been out of the industry for a while .

What you will be doing

 

• Maintaining , Bush and Native revegetation  areas within Auckland citys Parks and reserves
• Undertaking different  methodologies of weed control including mechanical, manual, and chemical
• Maintaining vegetation along Bush walking tracks
• Operating spray equipment , ATVs and small machinery such as hedge trimmers, and  Brush cutters.
• Supporting general garden maintenance.

 

 

About You

 

• Have previous experience in pest plant management, including Pest plant identification and relevant control methods
• Class 1 drivers Licence (Manual )
• Grow safe certified or Approved Handlers advantageous though training can be provided  
• A Full New Zealand driver’s license - Manual
• Are committed to delivering consistently high-quality workmanship.
• Able to work alone, within small teams or within larger teams
• Physically fit and committed to getting the job done.
• Flexibility to work additional hours to complete scheduled work.

 

Benefits and Perks 

• Competitive Hourly Rate 
• Ongoing Training and Support 

• Multiple Career Paths 

• A down to earth working environment 
• Free Health Insurance- Southern Cross- Health Essentials Plan

 

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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