Gardener

LiveHire Limited; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work phone for personal use

Guaranteed work hours with increased需求

Job summary

Green by Nature in Mt Maunganui is seeking a qualified gardener to maintain beautiful gardens within a retirement village. You will plant, weed, prune, and perform vegetation control, operating basic equipment while upholding safety and quality.

The ideal candidate has horticulture qualifications, a full NZ driver’s license, and the ability to follow detailed plans with precision. Role is outdoors, in varying weather, with structured maintenance programs.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driver’s license; manual driving capability required.
• Level 3/4 National Certificate in Horticulture.
• Solid knowledge of plant species and maintenance needs.
• Ability to interpret and execute detailed gardening plans with precision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and client/community engagement.
• Proactive, results-driven approach and commitment to quality work.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain gardens meeting client expectations, sourcing plants/materials per plans.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of designated sites within contracts.
• Communicate with Operations Manager, Team Manager, or client on issues.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and quality across gardening activities.

Skills

Driver's license

Plant knowledge

Plan interpretation

Client communication

Education

Horticulture Level 3/4 Certificate

Job description

Are you a Qualified Gardener with Horticulture Level 3 Certifications? If you do this could be the perfect role for you.

At Green by Nature, we're more than a greenspace maintenance team we're dedicated to maintaining the natural beauty of the spaces we care for. Since 1992, we've grown into an industry leader with over 2000+ team members across New Zealand and Australia, proudly partnering with City and District Councils and numerous other valued private clients.

About The Role

This position is based in Mt Maunganui where you will play a key role in maintaining the stunning villages, we take pride in maintaining. Your responsibilities will include planting, weeding, pruning, blowing, spraying, weed eating, and general vegetation control along with operating a walk behind mower and small plant such as a weed eaters, hedge trimmers etc. Safety and respect for yourself, your team and also your village community members will be a top priority, you'll ensure all work is carried out to the highest standard

Other relevant information:

Hours could vary however it is typically Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm

This is an operational role in an occupied retirement village, so the successful candidate must be respectful, approachable and comfortable working around elderly residents. Strong attention to detail, reliability, safe work practices and the ability to follow a structured maintenance programme are essential.

Previous gardening, horticultural or commercial grounds-maintenance experience would be preferred. A current full New Zealand driver licence, horticultural qualifications and GrowSafe certification would be advantageous. The role is physically active and involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, and maintain beautiful gardens that meet client expectations. This includes sourcing plants and materials, following garden plans, and implementing best planting practices
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of designated sites within the contracted works whether its looking after maintenance or renovation projects
• Communicate regularly with the Operations Manager, Team Manager and/or client, promptly addressing and reporting any garden or planting issues
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, compliance, and quality in all gardening activities

About You:

Our ideal candidate has hands-on experience in gardening and horticulture along with bringing the right skills and attitude.

What we're looking for:

• A full, clean driver's licence (manual driving capability is a must)
• Level 3/4 National Certificate in Horticulture
• Solid knowledge of plant species and their maintenance needs
• Ability to interpret and execute detailed gardening plans with precision
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage professionally with clients and community members as needed
• A proactive and results-driven approach, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work

What We Offer:

At Green by Nature, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside professionals, expand your knowledge, and develop your career in horticulture. We offer guaranteed work hours with the ability to increase based on operational demands, a performance-based salary that is reviewed annually. You'll also receive a work phone that's permitted for personal use.

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