- 1x Full-Time, 12-month Fixed Term position.
- Assist our team in the care and maintenance of the Park.
- $55,000 to $58,000 per annum.
- Weekly Tool and Footwear Allowance.
As Orana approaches its 50th year, we are reflective and determined to continue achieving our conservation goals. We are looking for team members to help us continue our mission to connect people with nature, and to educate and inspire our community towards creating a bright future for the next 50 years, and beyond.
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
As a Grounds & Maintenance Assistant, you will contribute to the day-to-day maintenance
requirements of our Park operations. This role is varied and can include general maintenance of the visitor area grounds, basic plumbing repairs and other general repair work.
The role is fixed term to offer additional assistance to our team and ensure sufficient cover is provided while various projects are underway. Your contribution will help Orana deliver enjoyable and rewarding experiences for our visitors.
Mō mātou: About Us
Orana is owned and operated by Orana Wildlife Trust, a registered charitable trust and not-for-profit organisation. Conservation is a core part of our mission and the key reason Orana exists. Our on-site habitat restoration and predator pest control programmes provide a connecting wildlife corridor and safe haven for some of Canterbury’s most threatened species.
Orana Wildlife Park participates in many zoo-based breeding programmes in partnership with the World Association of Zoos & Aquariums (WAZA), the Zoo & Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA), DOC and others. We are committed to continuing our efforts towards these breeding programmes into the future.
He kōrero mōu: About you
Ideally, you will have confidence and general skills across a wide range of areas including general grounds maintenance, the use of various equipment (including ride-on lawn mower and weed whacking), horticulture experience (plant identification), and experience with pest control.
You will also have:
- A high level of energy and physical fitness to enable you to meet the daily challenges of the role.
- Excellent communication and customer skills.
- A responsible, mature outlook and team player.
- Understanding of and commitment to site health and safety requirements.
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Full driver’s license and able to drive a manual vehicle.
- A “can do”, positive attitude and willing to take on a wide range of duties in a hardworking team.
- Able to work unsupervised and efficiently as required.
- A Growsafe certificate and chainsaw certification is desirable and considered an advantage.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
You will join an incredibly passionate team who are committed to their animals and the conservation, education and visitor experience goals.
This is a fixed term, full-time position working a set 5 day roster that will include a weekend
day, and public holidays will be observed with a day off.
The rostered days of the position are yet to be determined, but could be either Sunday to Thursday OR Tuesday to Saturday. The salary range for this position is $55,000 – $58,000 gross per
annum.
As a member of our team we are able to offer you:
- A workplace dedicated to fostering positive team culture through our four core values: Care, Empathy, Engage and Courage.
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including numerous helpful resources and webinars.
- Opportunities for involvement through staff forums such as our Health and Safety Committee and Culture Committee.
- Pathways for personal growth and development.
- A full uniform supplied plus a non-taxable allowance paid weekly to cover footwear and a basic tool kit.
- Annual flu vaccination.
- Ample free parking on site.
Ētahi atu kōrero: Extra information
- You must be a NZ/Australian citizen or hold/be eligible for a NZ work visa.
- All successful applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
- Field staff are required to be vaccinated against Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and have a current Tetanus booster.
- Reliable transport is required to get you to the Park.
If you are adaptable and open-minded, with a desire to push yourself to benefit conservation and
animal welfare, APPLY NOW through our website link. Provide us with a letter of introduction and CV detailing your skills/experience relevant to the role.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Applications for this position close on Sunday 3rd May 2026, 5pm.
