• Work in the outdoors in the beautiful, vibrant city of Dunedin
• Know you are contributing to your community
• Work with colleagues who like you want to deliver exceptional standards of work.

We're currently looking for a Vegetation Control Operator to join our high-performing Vegetation team in Dunedin. If you take pride in your work, enjoy working in the fresh air and are looking for a job with variety, this could be your next job.

Why this role stands out:

As a Vegetation and Control Operator, you'll be key to keeping Dunedin looking its best. You'll be maintaining our public spaces and creating an environment where people are happy to live, work and play.

What you'll be doing:

• Keeping berms and edging mowed in public spaces
• Trimming vegetation that is obstructing visibility on roads and walkways.
• Keeping kerbs, footpaths and roadside weed free.

What's in it for you:

• A workplace that values work-life balance
• Opportunities to learn and grow your skills
• A supportive work environment

What we are looking for:

• Self-motivatation and ability to work in a small team environment where everyone takes pride in the quality and service levels they provide to our customers.
• The ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team, depending on the work.
• Ability to deliver on contract specifications to timeframes and to a high standard.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexibility to contribute to a variety of tasks.
• Confident, positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Professional presentation (you'll be working in public areas.

Any of the following would be an advantage:

• Level 3 or above qualification in Horticulture.
• Level 3 or above qualification in Arboriculture.

• Level 3 or above qualification in Sports turf.
• Growsafe and or Chemical Applicator Certificate and experience in use of agrichemicals.
• Experience in Reach Arm Mower operating or side by side and / or Spray truck equipment.
• Full current drivers' licence essential, Class 2 licence preferred.

We have a strong focus on quality, health and safety and the environment and the successful applicant will have an important role in maintaining this culture.

Whitestone Contracting maintains a drug and alcohol-free environment. All final applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug test, and Ministry of Justice check.

These roles provide plenty of variety and is best suited to candidates who are self-motivated and able to work in a small team environment who take pride in the quality and service levels they provide to our customers.

We have a strong focus on quality, health and safety and the environment and the successful applicant will have an important role in maintaining this culture.

Successful candidates will possess the following:

• Level 3 or above qualification in Horticulture.
• Level 3 or above qualification in Arboriculture.
• Growsafe and or Chemical Applicator Certificate and experience in use of agrichemicals.
• Experience in Reach arm mower operating or side by side and or Spray truck equipment.
• Full current drivers' licence, Class 2 licence an advantage.