Street Environmental Worker - Waikato
Eco Maintenance
Listing Description
Description
We are looking for a motivated Street Environmental Worker to join our Waikato based team. If you enjoy working outdoors and making a difference to your environment, then this is your dream job.
About the role
- You will be part of a team maintaining our clients’ green spaces and/or street environments.
- Tasks will be varied and will include:
- Emptying litter bins from roads, the CBD, town centres, minor shopping areas & bus shelters
- Collection of bagged refuse and recycling.
- Collection and disposal of loose litter from footpaths, kerb and channel and other areas as required.
- Removal of leaf fall and other detritus from cesspits
- Work in with road sweeper staff to manually sweep traffic islands, and other hard to reach areas.
- Cleaning of street furniture, bus shelters and other council assets as directed.
- Graffiti removal
- Cleaning of council assets as directed.
- Manual Sweeping
- Report back on litter bins requiring maintenance.
Hours of work will be 6.00 am to 2.30 pm Monday to Friday (to be confirmed) plus some weekend work.
About you
The successful person will have: Experience in a similar role, or willingness to learn, Full Class 1 driver’s licence and ability to drive a manual, Class 2 licence is highly beneficial, Be physically fit and mobile, able to do physical work, Have a commitment to health and safety.
About us
Eco Maintenance is a New Zealand owned and operated company that has been around for 25 years providing both Greenscape and Open Space Maintenance services to our clients.
- We have long term contracts in place providing you with job security and opportunities to move and/ or develop through the company. We provide our people with:
- Competitive remuneration
- Great rewards – employee of the month and year and service awards
- Wellbeing focus – including access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Career advancement opportunities – support with certifications, class licensing etc
- Full company uniform and PPE
- Great culture – small company feel, large company benefits.
Eco Maintenance requires successful candidates to have legal right to work in NZ, pass a drug and alcohol test and provide two reference checks
Application details
Eco Maintenance
Eco Maintenance boasts extensive experience in open space amenities and facilities maintenance, earning a reputation for responsiveness, commitment, and quality. We hold key contracts with local governments across Auckland, Wellington, Wairarapa, and Dunedin, as well as major infrastructure clients like Fulton Hogan, Higgins Contractors, Downer and HEB Construction. Our diverse portfolio includes grounds maintenance for Counties Manukau District Health Board and Ventia, among others. With over 100 employees, Eco Maintenance combines the resources of a large organisation with the personalised service of a smaller company, ensuring exceptional performance and client satisfaction.
Benefits of Working at Eco Maintenance
- Recognition and Reward: Our program celebrates outstanding achievements and motivates our team, reinforcing our commitment to exceptional performance and a positive workplace culture.
- Ongoing Learning and Development: We prioritise your growth with continuous learning opportunities and career advancement support, keeping you at the forefront of industry innovations.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We embrace diversity and foster an inclusive environment, valuing varied perspectives to enhance our mission and drive sustainable solutions.
- Health and Wellbeing: We prioritise your health and well-being by fostering a supportive work environment with comprehensive health benefits, wellness programs, and a balanced work-life approach.
