Zoo Groundskeeper Coordinator

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Groundskeeper Coordinator

Auckland Zoo is recognised as one of the most progressive zoos in the world. A winner of national and international environmental-related awards, it is home to 135 different species and over 1400 animals.

With such an array of different species, this is a great opportunity to join Auckland Zoo and be part of an organisation that aims to focus the Zoos resources to benefit conservation and provide exciting visitor experiences which inspire and empower people to take positive action for wildlife and the environment.

We are currently looking for a Groundskeeper Coordinator to join the Facilities team, reporting directly to the Team Leader of Operations, with 4 direct reports of your own.

This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the pristine appearance and safe upkeep of Auckland Zoos facilities and grounds. You would oversee the coordination of operational tasks essential for maintaining cleanliness, sustainability, and safety standards at the zoo.

This is a permanent, full-time position, working 80 hours across 14 days on a variable roster including weekends.

To review the full position description please click here: Groundskeeper Coordinator

He kōrero mōu: About you

The person we are looking for would have:

• Previous experience in groundskeeping, facilities management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate operational tasks and manage resources effectively.
• Strong understanding of sustainability principles and practices.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Flexibility to work weekends and undertake out-of-hours duties as needed.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to facilities management.

In addition you will need a Full NZ drivers’ licence, with the ability to drive manual vehicles

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

We have an ever-growing availability of discounts and partnership benefits, for a snapshot of these please click here: Benefits

Were a hard-working close-knit team that are passionate about Auckland Zoo’s mission to build a future for wildlife and wild places, and we’re looking for like-minded individuals that share our values.

The salary range for this position sits between $66,464 - $73,419, skillset and experience dependant.

Tono mo te mahi/To Apply

• Please provide a bespoke cover letter
• No need to add your roles in the non-mandatory fields if your CV is up to date
• You need to have the right to work in NZ already. We are unable to support visa applications for this role
• Applications close at 11.59pm on 27 May 2024

If you have specific questions regarding this role after reading this advert and the PD, please contact gina.seward@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz.

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited strongly encourages our employees to be fully vaccinated.