Parks Operator

Job details
Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Monday to Friday
 
Location
Cambridge, Waikato
 
Full job description
Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week)
Based in Cambridge and surrounds
The Waipā District prides itself on its abundance of recreational whenua (land) enjoyed by both locals and visitors. Taking care of it all are our Parks Operators. You will see our passionate team out and about tending flower beds, planting trees, mowing lawns, raking leaves, trimming bushes, maintaining our cemeteries and much more!

Waipā District Council is a growth Council with the challenges and opportunities that affords. In a role like this, you get to see the direct results of your hard work making an impact in our community spaces - creating something for all to enjoy.

About The Role

We have an exciting Parks Operator opportunity at Waipā District Council, focused on gardening skills, for the right candidate to start as soon as possible.

While each position may have its specialisation, our work programme changes depending on the season so we're a flexible team that all muck in to help each other out. Workdays are Monday to Friday, 7.30am - 4.00pm.

About You

The hard work and dedication of our Parks & Reserves team ensures that residents and visitors enjoy the beauty of the Waipā District all year round. We are looking for people who share in that vision and can add to the great team dynamic we enjoy daily. Along with that, a good level of physical fitness and a strong focus on safety and customers will be needed due to the nature of the role.

Previous experience in a similar landscaping or garden maintenance role is ideal, although training and support is available to help you sharpen your skillset!

What we offer

At Waipā District Council, we pride ourselves on fostering a fun, family-friendly, and community-focused work environment. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

Wellbeing and lifestyle support:
o Access to discounted gym memberships and online wellbeing resources.
o Free annual medical check-ups (blood pressure, cholesterol, etc.) and flu vaccinations.
o Contributions towards eye tests, lenses, and frames.
Professional growth:
o Financial support and leave for study programs relevant to your role.
o Leadership development and emerging leader programmes.
Leave and recognition:
o 4 weeks of annual leave, plus 3 additional special leave days between Christmas and New Year's (or soon after, for some Parks Operators when rostered to work those days)
o An extra week of leave after 5 years of service.
o Morning tea and prezzy card recognition for service milestones.
Insurance and remuneration:
o Life insurance scheme.
o Medical insurance.
o Annual performance and remuneration reviews aligned with market benchmarks.
Community and support:
o Employee Benefits Programme with discounts on retail, travel, and more.
o Free confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for personal and professional support.
o A value and appreciation scheme to recognise colleagues at all levels.
It's a great team environment, where you will be supported and valued for your contribution.

About Waipā District

Nestled in the heart of the Waikato, Waipā District offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle. Known as the Home of Champions, our district boasts high-performance sports like rowing, cycling, and kayaking, as well as stunning natural reserves and vibrant communities. With excellent schools, quality housing, and proximity to Hamilton (commutable daily), plus Auckland and Tauranga (weekend escapes), Waipā is the place to achieve true work-life balance. The Waipā District is one of the fastest growing areas in New Zealand. It is anticipated that by 2050 an additional 25,000 people will be calling Waipā home.

If you would like to join us in making the Waipā District a great place to be, then apply today. We can't wait to hear from you.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday, 22 October 2026 at 5:00pm.


Reference #
37326

Posted on
08 Oct 2026

Closes on
22 Oct 2026 17:00

Location(s)
Cambridge

Expertise
Parks & Facilities

Job level(s)
Entry, Experienced

Work type(s)
Permanent full-time