Foreperson - Sports and Mowing
Are you looking to make a difference locally? Programmed staff are proud to care for our local parks, community facilities and infrastructure for the enjoyment of everyone in our region.
***THE ROLE:***
As a Foreperson in the Sports & Mowing division, your main focus will be leading and supporting your team, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring high standards of health and safety. You'll take a hands-on approach, managing resources effectively to deliver excellent service to our clients.
Based at our Henderson depot, this role is Monday-Friday, 6:30?am-3:00?pm, and includes a manual work vehicle, laptop, mobile, and full PPE.
***ABOUT YOU:***- Proven experience leading a grounds or turf maintenance team
- Hands-on with mowing and weedeating
- Excellent computer skills with strong planning and scheduling skills to manage daily and weekly maintenance programs, Job Costing and Works Order Management
- Competent operating and maintaining ride-on mowers, tractors, and small plant equipment
- Able to train, motivate, and support your crew to deliver quality results
- Sound knowledge of health & safety requirements and site compliance
- Ability to build and influence strong relationships with clients and internal key stake holders
- Great communications skill - both verbal and written
- Full NZ Driver's License with a Manual transmission.
- Growsafe and/or Site Safe certification advantageous
- Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and other checks
- Leads by example - practical, organized, and approachable
- Takes pride in presentation and detail
- Physically fit and enjoys working outdoors
- Reliable, proactive, and safety-focused
Skillset is fantastic but above all else this team values culture so the ideal candidate is someone that works alongside the team, can build a good rapport quickly and is not afraid to jump of their comfort zone to support other teams when required.
**Who we are**
At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.
We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all communities.
**Ready to make your next move?** Apply now to join our team.
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