At Ventia, we’re proud to manage council assets including parks, libraries and public pools in Howick, Maungakiekie-Tāmaki, Ōrākei, Waitemata, Devonport-Takapuna, Hibiscus & Bays, Kaipātiki and Upper Harbour, as well as the Auckland CBD. We contract to Auckland Council for street cleaning services such as collecting litter, road sweeping, removing graffiti, water blasting, pavement cleaning and more.

Reporting to the Sanitation and Waste Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of direct labour services in accordance with contractual obligations by managing an operational delivery team.

You’ll be responsible for several key activities including:

Supervise a team of mobile and foot orderlies as well as mechanical sweepers to ensure that allocated assets and hard surfaces are kept clean, washed and litter free.

Rostering, delegation of duties and administrative tasks as and when required.

Process time sheets and ensure these are checked and match employee reports.

Respond to customer complaints and complements.

Ensure correct maintenance and operation of all equipment, vehicles and mobile plant as allocated

Manage all vehicle incidents and overspeed’s

Maintain and stock clean and tidy storerooms always and ensure that all stock is allocated and recorded.

Coach and mentor staff to achieve the best possible outcomes for our business and clients

Undertake toolbox talks, training sessions in an engaging way, and be prepared to accept feedback on new ways of working from operational teams

About you

Hold a tertiary qualification related to Sanitation or Waste Management Services

Have strong experience in leading and managing a team of labour employees, including strong interpersonal skills and the ability to train, coach and develop team members

Previous experience of managing and operation of plant and equipment

Hold a full NZ driver’s licence

Strong understanding of health and safety, along with hazard and risk management

Be willing and able to work around a 7-day week rotating roster encompassing evenings and weekends

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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