Gardener for a Botanical Garden in Alta, Norway

EliteHosts; Alta; On-site; NOK 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

EliteHosts' botanical garden in Alta, Norway is seeking a passionate Gardener to maintain plants, flowers and trees, keeping them healthy and thriving.

Responsibilities include planting, watering, pruning, pest and disease monitoring, and operating lawn care equipment while contributing to landscape design and seasonal updates. This full-time role requires a valid work permit for Norway and offers growth in a scenic garden environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience as a Gardener or in a similar role.
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Responsibilities

• Planting, watering, fertilizing, and pruning plants and trees.
• Maintaining the garden’s appearance and cleanliness; managing debris.
• Identifying diseases/pests and taking corrective action.
• Operating gardening tools and equipment such as mowers and trimmers.

Skills

Plant care

Garden maintenance

Pest & disease awareness

Lawn & equipment operation

Tools

Lawnmower operation

Trimmer usage

Pruning tools

Job description

Gardener for a Botanical Garden in Alta, Norway

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Gardener to join our team at the beautiful botanical garden in Alta, Norway.

As a Gardener, you will be responsible for maintaining the garden's plants, flowers, and trees, ensuring they are healthy and thriving.

This is a full‑time job opportunity with a salary of 1600$, perfect for someone looking to grow their gardening career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planting, watering, fertilizing, and pruning various plants and flowers in the garden
• Maintaining the overall appearance of the garden by keeping it clean and free of debris
• Identifying any plant diseases or pests and taking necessary actions to prevent or treat them
• Operating and maintaining gardening equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers
• Assisting with designing new areas of the garden and implementing new landscaping projects

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Gardener or in a similar role is required
• Knowledge of different plant species, their care requirements, and common diseases/pests is essential
• Physical fitness to perform manual labor including lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods of time
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure the garden is well‑maintained at all times
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must have your own visa/work permit for Norway (we do not provide visa sponsorship)

This job is open to individuals from all nationalities who have a valid work permit for Norway. This could also be an ideal opportunity for students studying horticulture or related fields who are looking for part‑time work experience.

If you have a passion for gardening and meet our requirements, we would love to hear from you!