Our open spaces team has an opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee our teams maintaining all aspects of mowing and edging across Auckland’s parks and open spaces.Reporting directly to our Area Manager and working closely with the broader operations team you will enjoy leading by example and being accessible and visible to your teams with a regular presence in the field.The work scope will include both planned and reactive work and you will be responsible for the implementation of key operational and service deliveries driving quality, productivity, and safety onsite, across the passive mowing teams. This role will suit candidates with previous experience in a commercial environment. You may be running a crew managing commercial contracts and liaising with clients or looking for a similar role to what you are in, but with some fresh faces and new location.You will be supported directly in the field with a strong structure of supervisors and team leaders. Laterally there is a further support through the wider team of operations managers, dedicated trainers and health and safety advisor.Established in 1993 Landscape solutions has grown to include 5 locations across both Australia and New Zealand. We can offer you a promising career path, additional training, and a friendly team to work with. In return, we ask that you are committed, able to work autonomously, be motivated and provide service to our clients with a smile!What you will be doing?Overseeing teams of Mower Operators, Edgers, Trainees and Supervisors to deliver a high standard of work to pre-set schedules across the North shore parks and gardensDaily and weekly reporting to managementResponding to reactive requestsRunning toolbox talksLiaising with stakeholders as a direct point of communication and face of Landscape SolutionsWorking with the inhouse H+S advisor to drive and lead a positive safety culture.Working with our inhouse trainer to support ongoing team developmentAuditing worksite to ensure quality and safety We are looking for Individuals who:Have previous experience working on commercial mowing or maintenance contractsProven experience building and managing teamsPrevious experience delivering to a pre-set schedule of work in a commercial environmentHave effective planning and organisational skillsStrong communicationPrevious experience client facing or stakeholder managementGood physical fitness.Full 1 Manual NZ driver’s licenceWe have a great culture here, but that’s not the only reason you’ll love working for us.We’re pretty social – we have fun at work in a team environment.We like to learn new things and we’ll encourage you to do the same.Our work is highly visible, you can be proud of what you’ve created.Competitive packages.On-the-job training.Full uniform provided.We reward success.Refer a friend bonus program Applying is as easy as giving us a call! we are happy to have a confidential chat if you would like more information before putting in a formal application. – Careers team 021 192 1936  About Landscape Solutionswww.lansol.co.nz Please apply with your CV with a detailed summary of your experience, and any relevant training, and qualifications.Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. The grass is ALWAYS greener on our side... now is the time to make your move to Landscape Solutions.  AUD New Zealand - NZ Auckland Rodney & North Shore Auckland 0600