Artificial Grass Installer

About the Role

At SmartGrass NZ, we are pioneering a specialist trade in New Zealand focused on premium artificial grass and sports court installations. This position blends elements of landscaping, flooring, joinery, and civil work, alongside excellent teamwork and customer engagement.

If you possess strong tool-handling abilities and seek fresh challenges beyond repetitive tasks, this role might appeal to you.

Key Responsibilities

• Excavate existing lawns in preparation for artificial turf.
• Construct base layers using AP20 aggregates and install edging materials.
• Manage drainage systems as part of site preparation.
• Accurately cut, shape, and join turf and related materials.
• Apply high standards of finishing that clients recognize immediately.
• Perform additional landscaping tasks to enhance overall project appearance.
• Assist the Installation Manager in various operational duties.

Work Environment and Projects

Project scopes vary widely, including upscale residential backyards, educational institutions like schools and preschools, gyms, sports courts, golf putting greens, and driving ranges. Each job presents unique challenges with visually rewarding transformations.

Candidate Attributes

This hands-on role requires physical fitness, integrity in workmanship, professionalism, and a practical mindset. Ideal candidates avoid stress, value clean quality outcomes, enjoy outdoor manual work, and thrive on visible achievements reflected in their completed projects.

Who We Are Looking For

• Individuals unwilling to compromise on quality or safety.
• Those preferring active roles instead of office-based or supervisory-only jobs.
• Enthusiasts who appreciate the satisfaction of craftsmanship and a robust work ethic.

Backgrounds That Suit This Role

Successful team members often come from diverse trades such as landscaping, automotive, flooring, engineering, or even enter directly from school. Common traits include pride in their work, practical intelligence, interpersonal skills, and affinity for dynamic, sometimes noisy activities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Collaborative and motivated team environment.
• Exposure to a variety of projects across New Zealand.
• Engaging outdoor physical work.
• Occasional assignments requiring travel.
• Provision of high-quality tools and equipment (including preferred brands like Milwaukee).
• Opportunity to join a fast-growing company committed to excellence in quality and customer satisfaction.

Additional Information

Some of our best team members discovered this opportunity through referrals rather than active job seeking, underscoring the appeal and unique culture here.