Custodian / Cleaner

At Green by Nature, we're more than just a greenspace maintenance team; we’re passionate about preserving the natural beauty of Queenstown and its surrounding areas. As the trusted partner of the Queenstown Lakes District Council, we’re proud to care for the region’s many parks, playgrounds, and public facilities, helping make Queenstown and Wanaka a wonderful place to live and visit.

Since 1992, we’ve grown into an industry leader with over 2000+ team members across New Zealand and Australia. Join us as we continue to grow and make a positive difference in our communities!

To help keep Wanaka pristine this summer, we’re looking for two dedicated Custodian's to join our team on a fixed-term basis starting 01st December, working through to the end of February 2026.

What does a Custodian do, you ask?

In this role, you’ll help keep public toilets and facilities around the town centre, lakefront, and surrounding areas clean, safe, and inviting for all visitors. Your key responsibilities will include :

• Cleaning and sanitising high-touch surfaces, including taps, sinks, handrails, door handles, and toilets.
• Performing routine cleaning tasks such as mopping, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, and bathroom cleaning.
• Tidying external grounds, including rubbish collection, leaf blowing, and water blasting.
• Maintaining stock levels for soap, toilet paper, and hand towels.

Ideally, you’ll be available full-time, with weekend availability but we can make small adjustments for the right person. You will also know your roster in advance in order to plan your leisure time!

About You

You’ll be self-motivated with a strong work ethic, passionate about delivering excellent customer service, and able to represent Green by Nature and the Council professionally. You should be capable of working independently and prioritise safety for yourself, the team, and the public. Ideally, you’ll also have a full, class 1 driver’s licence with manual driving capability to be able to drive our vehicles.

Next Steps

If you are interested in joining a company that has been an industry leader for over 30 years and keen to make a positive difference within the community, apply now!

Please note : In accordance with our Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.