Expression of Interest - Mower Operator/Spray Operator Team Leaders - Canterbury

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Expression of Interest

Delta is a smart thinking infrastructure specialist. We construct, manage, and maintain electricity supply and environmental infrastructure. Every day we make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. We make communities better for people to live, work and play in – keeping the lights on, the trees trimmed and the parks green.

We are looking for experienced Mowing Operator Team Leader and Spray Operator Team Leader to lead our vegetation crews across multiple contract sites. These hands on leadership roles involve overseeing daily work planning, quality assurance, safety, and team performance while working alongside your crew.

You will lead by example, setting high standards for safe work practices, quality workmanship, and professional customer engagement, ensuring operations are completed efficiently and in line with contract requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support a mowing and/or spray crew on a day‑to‑day basis across contract sites
• Work hands‑on alongside your crew, operating mowing plant, spray equipment, and vehicles as required for your role
• Plan daily work schedules, allocate tasks effectively, and ensure productivity and quality targets are achieved
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard, in line with contract requirements and company procedures
• Carry out spraying operations (where applicable) in accordance with NZS 8409, environmental regulations, and approved spray plans
• Ensure safe and compliant chemical handling, storage, transport, and application (Spray Operator Team Leader role)
• Monitor weather conditions, site requirements, and operational risks to ensure safe and effective delivery of works
• Promote and enforce strong health and safety practices, including PPE use, hazard management, and reporting
• Complete timesheets, plant and vehicle checks, spray diaries (where applicable), and all required documentation accurately and on time
• Maintain mowing plant, spray equipment, vehicles, and tools to a high operational and safety standard
• Liaise with the Contract Supervisor, wider team, clients, and stakeholders regarding work progress and site requirements
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and members of the public

What You’ll Bring
Essential

• Minimum Class 1 & 2 Driver Licence
• Proven experience in mowing operations and/or parks maintenance
• Physically fit and able to perform outdoor manual work
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Commitment to health and safety
• Growsafe (NZS 8409 – Management of Agrichemicals) Certificate

Desirable

• Growsafe Certificate
• W, T, R & D endorsements
• Experience leading small teams
• Traffic Management (STMS) qualification
• Horticulture or landscaping experience

What’s on offer:

• All permanent and fixed-term employees automatically qualify for Cigna Life Insurance cover.
• Discounts tied to popular retailers and service providers through our ‘Boost’ programme.
• Extra company contribution to KiwiSaver after your first year.
• Personal use fuel card giving access to company fuel discounts.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Access to a Footprint Wills package.
• Paid professional membership fees.
• Access to discounted medical insurance with Southern Cross.
• Commitment to safety.
• Wellness benefits.
• Team activities and social clubs.
• Professional development, training, and courses.
• Corporate Social Responsibility programmes and initiatives.

If this sounds like you, you have a positive attitude and want to be part of a great team, we want to hear from you.

Apply now!

Delta is an equal opportunities employer, providing competitive remuneration and structured support for your career development. More information on Delta can be found via www.thinkdelta.co.nz.