Gardener

Tradestaff; Waikato; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PPE provided

Support from Tradestaff Hamilton

Job summary

Tradestaff Hamilton is seeking an experienced Landscape Gardener to work across Morrinsville and surrounding areas. If you enjoy outdoor work and take pride in quality landscaping, we want to hear from you.

Start date is immediate. Pay rate is $26–$30 per hour, with weekly pay. Full NZ Driver Licence and reliable transport are essential for the role, and ongoing work may be available for the right person.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscaping, gardening or grounds maintenance.
• Ability to operate commercial lawnmowers and powered equipment.
• Full NZ Driver Licence and reliable transport.
• Good physical fitness for outdoor work.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Reliable and detail-oriented with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general landscaping and garden maintenance across residential and commercial properties.
• Lawn mowing, edging, weed eating and general grounds maintenance.
• Trim hedges, prune plants and maintain garden beds.
• Planting, weeding, mulching and seasonal upkeep.
• Operate lawnmowers, hedge trimmers and other equipment safely.
• Perform basic equipment checks and report maintenance issues.
• Keep worksites tidy and maintain professionalism with clients.

Skills

Landscaping

Lawn machinery

Driver licence

Physical fitness

Independence

Attention to detail

Drug test

Job description

Landscape Gardener

Tradestaff Hamilton is looking for an experienced Landscape Gardener to work across Morrinsville and surrounding areas. If you enjoy working outdoors, have experience maintaining gardens and outdoor spaces, and take pride in delivering quality work, we want to hear from you!

Location: Morrinsville, Waikato

Start date: Immediate

Pay rate: $26–$30 per hour, depending on experience + weekly pay

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out general landscaping and garden maintenance across residential and commercial properties.
• Complete lawn mowing, edging, weed eating and general grounds maintenance.
• Trim hedges, prune plants and maintain garden beds.
• Carry out planting, weeding, mulching and seasonal garden upkeep.
• Safely operate lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, weed eaters and other powered gardening equipment.
• Complete basic equipment checks and report maintenance issues.
• Keep worksites tidy and maintain a professional attitude when dealing with clients and the public.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in landscaping, gardening or grounds maintenance.
• Confidence operating commercial lawnmowers and powered gardening equipment.
• Full NZ Driver Licence and reliable transport – essential.
• Good physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently, manage daily tasks and maintain quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability and good communication skills.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

What's In It For You?

• $26–$30 per hour, depending on experience.
• Weekly pay through Tradestaff.
• Varied landscaping and garden maintenance work.
• Opportunity to work across residential and commercial outdoor spaces.
• Potential for ongoing work for the right person.
• PPE provided where required.
• Ongoing support from the Tradestaff Hamilton team.