Operations Manager- Horticulture

About the Role

Our team has an opportunity for an Operations Manager to oversee our teams maintaining Auckland’s public greenspaces.  Reporting directly to our Area Manager and working closely with the broader operations team, you will enjoy leading by example and being accessible and visible to your teams with a regular presence in the field.

The work scope will extend across many aspects of garden maintenance and the upkeep of our public greenspaces.  You will also be responsible for the implementation of key operational and service deliveries driving quality, productivity, and safety onsite.

This role will suit candidates with previous experience in a commercial environment. You may be working in an equivalent role, leading a small team and looking for your next step into a management role or running as a 2IC and ready to take on your own responsibilities as a manager.

What you will be doing

•    Overseeing teams of Horticulturalists, Gardeners, Trainees and Spray operations to deliver a high standard of work to pre-set schedules across the North Shore public greenspaces.
•    Daily and weekly reporting to management
•    Planning and monitoring daily work schedules and productivity
•    Managing resources
•    Problem solving
•    Managing people
•    Running toolbox talks
•    Liaising with stakeholders as a direct point of communication and face of Ventia
•    Working with inhouse H+S team to drive and lead a positive safety culture.
•    Auditing worksites to ensure quality and safety

About You

•    Have previous experience leading field-based teams
•    Level 4 Horticultural qualification or equivalent would be desirable
•    Previous experience delivering to a pre-set schedule of work in a commercial environment
•    Strong administrative and systems skillset
•    Have effective planning and organisational skills
•    Self-Management Skills
•    Proven experience leading teams
•    Strong communication 
•    Experience working in collaborative environments
•    Previous experience client facing or stakeholder management
•    Understanding of agrichemicals and regulations
•    Full 1 Manual NZ driver’s licence

 Benefits and Perks

•    Competitive Salary
•    Ongoing Training and Support
•    A down to earth working environment  
•    Southern Cross- Healths Essential Plan
•    Tool of the Trade Vehicle

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
 
Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika people, LGBTTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities 

How to Apply
 
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