Asset Maintenance Operator
Inspect and maintain Whangarei’s coastal assets in this autonomous, hands-on role combining practical maintenance, reporting and Council liaison.
WORK OUTDOORS. TAKE OWNERSHIP. KEEP WHANGAREI’S COASTAL ASSETS IN GOOD SHAPE.
We’re looking for a practical, reliable person to take responsibility for the day-to-day inspection and maintenance of coastal assets across the Whangarei District.
This is a genuinely autonomous role. You’ll plan your own work, travel between sites, inspect assets, complete routine maintenance, identify defects and report additional works to Council. You’ll also keep asset records and reporting up to date.
You’ll be working across a range of coastal assets including boat ramps, wharves, jetties, pontoons, stairs, sea walls and groynes.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Plan and complete scheduled inspections across the district
Inspect assets, identify defects and record findings using a tablet-based field app
Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs such as timber repairs, replacing fixings, greasing, painting and clearing debris
Identify and report additional maintenance requirements and complete approved works
Maintain accurate asset records, photographs and reports
Liaise with Council representatives and respond to urgent or post-storm inspections when required
Keep on top of your own programme and ensure work is completed on time
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
You don’t need to be a qualified tradesperson, but you do need to be genuinely handy and comfortable working things out for yourself.
You’ll have:
Practical maintenance, building, construction or handyman experience
Good general repair and maintenance skills
The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
Good communication skills and a professional approach with customers and Council
Basic digital skills and confidence using a tablet, apps, email and spreadsheets
Good attention to detail and the ability to complete accurate reports
A reliable, trustworthy approach and a strong work ethic
A current NZ driver licence
WHY JOIN US?
Autonomous Role: Manage your own programme and take ownership of the work
Varied Hands-on Work: Work across Whangarei’s coastline maintaining a wide range of assets
Practical Role with Responsibility: Combine hands-on maintenance with inspections, reporting and Council liaison
- Department
- Industrial
- Locations
- Northland
- Hourly salary
- NZD28 - NZD35
- Employment type
- Full-time
Northland
Our History
Since its inception over 40 years ago, InterGroup have become one of the leading infrastructure and industrial services specialists in New Zealand. We are nationwide, predominantly undertaking work for local government, central government agencies and industry. This includes a solid portfolio of projects comprising an enviable record of successfully working in close collaboration with our clients and supply chain.
We are manaaki tangata, we will care for the people. Safety is paramount in all of our operations, combined with a real focus to meet customers and community needs. It is our intention that our people go home safely every day, and our aim is a zero TRIFR. We continue to invest in the futures of our staff, their skills, safety and well-being; and that all customers are safe around any works we undertake on the network. We are kaitiaki, we have a guardian and stewardship role for natural resources. Our responsibility is to manaaki (care for) these resources in an environmentally sustainable way.