Town Custodian & Gardener Supervisor - Wānaka (QLDC)

Lakes District Council is at the very heart of a dynamic community. Our services are essential to the people in our region and include infrastructure development, community recreational facilities and planning, building and other regulatory services.

We’re proud to be QLDC, and in response to the growth the district has experienced over recent years, QLDC has itself experienced substantial growth. We genuinely believe in developing our people and providing them with all the tools and opportunities needed to succeed.

About the role:
You will partner with Delivery Team Leader to supervise a dedicated team which carries out the cleaning and presentation of streets and gardens in Wanaka, ensuring they are maintained to a high standard. Reporting to the Team Leader Delivery, you will be responsible for the supervision of staff and ensuringall resources allocated to the area are used in the most efficient way.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Overseeing and managing of rosters including operational management of staff leave requests and timesheet approval
• Monitoring staff performance to foster effective performance management of all staff
• Delivering on the job training, staff verification and staff assessment
• Assisting with recruitment and overall staff management to ensure a fully staffed and effective team
• Ensuring work programmes schedules, and all custodian-based activities are managed correctly to a high level of service

What you'll bring:
You will have 5+ years of supervisory experience, 3+ years in a service delivery or maintenance role, and a proven ability to manage teams and resources effectively. Strong planning, organisational skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential. This role involves overseeing depot and fleet activities, including the operation of machinery, and requires a good level of physical fitness.

• Level four Tertiary Qualification in a relevant discipline or experience to an equivalent level is required.
• A current NZQA affiliated First Aid Certificate
• NZ Drivers licence
• Class 2 desirable.

For any questions, please contact Erin Schimanski, Team Leader Parks Delivery, on [email protected].

Applications close: Monday 21st October

Please note we will review and process applications as they come through; we encourage your early application!