Casual Groundskeeper

The Barn Cabins & Camp; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite accommodation

Job summary

The Barn Cabins & Camp in Mārahau, South Island, seeks a hands-on All Rounder Maintenance person for the Summer season (January–April) with potential extension. You’ll handle basic maintenance, lawn care, and general farm work while ensuring a welcoming space. Some days will be busier; a proactive, team‑oriented approach is essential.

Onsite accommodation may be available. Applicants should have NZ work rights, an IRD number, and a NZ bank account.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in NZ, an IRD number and a NZ bank account.
• Experience in maintenance and customer service is preferred.
• Flexible to handle variable hours and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance and general upkeep.
• Mow lawns, weed whack, and undertake landscaping tasks.
• Provide friendly, proactive customer service to guests and staff.
• Collaborate with team or work independently as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Housekeeping

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

Ride-on mower

Weed whacker

Leaf blower

Water pumps

Electrical fuse boxes

Job description

The Barn Cabins & Camp – Marahau, South Island

Spend the Summer at the gateway to the Abel Tasman!

Here at The Barn Cabins & Camp, located in stunning Mārahau, we are looking for a hands‑on, proactive, and adaptable All Rounder Maintenance person to join our team for over this Summer Season (January to April) Longer for the right candidate.

This is a diverse role that covers basic maintenance, and general upkeep, lawn mowing, weed whacking and assorted farmwork - perfect for someone who enjoys variety, creating a welcoming space, working both independently and in a team.

• Hardworking, responsible, and enthusiastic person
• Great customer service skills & a friendly, firm approach when needed
• Good attention to detail, able to do housekeeping and cleaning to a high standard if needed
• Ability to problem-solve on the go and take initiative ensuring things run smoothly
• Comfortable with flexible tasks and hours (some days will be busier than others).
• Experience with landscaping tools essential (ride on mower, weed whacker, leaf blower etc)
• Basic knowledge of tools, water pumps, and electrical fuse boxes is required.
• Motivation and wanting to be here.

$25/hour - Minimum 15 hours per week, up to 25+ hours if you also join our housekeping team.

Onsite accommodation possible for the right candidate

All rounder position – Basic Maintenance and landscaping

Must have: The right to work in NZ, an IRD number & a NZ/Wise bank account.

This position is for 1 person for someone with experience in maintenence/customer service, we will be looking for additional people to also join our 12 hour work exchange (get in touch to discuss this role) which could work well for a couple.

If you enjoy a mix of hands‑on work, taking responsibility, guest/team interaction, and time to yourself in a beautiful, peaceful location, we’d love to hear from you!