Full-Time Trainee Horticulturist - Grow Parks & Gardens

Recreational Services; Wellington; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefit

Work phone

Annual performance-based pay review

Job summary

Green by Nature is seeking a Trainee Horticulturist to support routine maintenance of plants and gardens across parks, reserves and open spaces in Wellington. You will work alongside experienced staff, learn practical horticulture skills on the job, and contribute to healthy, well-maintained public spaces.

No prior experience required; a positive work ethic, willingness to learn, and a current full driver's license with manual transmission help you get started.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and commit to training is the most essential.
• A current full drivers' licence with the ability to drive a manual
• Be a team player and be able to follow instructions
• A desire to adhere to the company's health and safety procedures
• Motivated with a strong desire to get the job done
• Physically fit and able to stand and kneel for long periods of time

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine maintenance of plants and gardens in parks, reserves and open spaces.
• Learn and develop essential horticulture skills on the job.
• Prepare and oversee plans for amenity sites.

Skills

Outdoor work

Team player

Willing to learn

Physically fit

Job description

Green by Nature is seeking a Trainee Horticulturist to support routine maintenance of plants and gardens across parks, reserves and open spaces in Wellington. You will work alongside experienced staff, learn practical horticulture skills on the job, and contribute to healthy, well-maintained public spaces.

No prior experience required; a positive work ethic, willingness to learn, and a current full driver's license with manual transmission help you get started.