Gardener - 6-Month Fixed Term for Beautiful Village Grounds

Green-By-Nature-Nz; Mount Maunganui; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work phone for personal use

Guaranteed work hours

Job summary

Green by Nature in Mt Maunganui is hiring for a gardening role on a 6 Month Fixed Term Opportunity. You will plant, weed, prune, and maintain gardens, operate walk-behind mowers and common tools, and follow a structured maintenance programme with safety as a priority.

The position is physically active, outdoors in varying weather, and requires a valid NZ driver’s licence. Hours are typically Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with potential for increased hours based on demand.

Qualifications

• Experience in gardening or horticulture is preferred.
• A current full New Zealand driver licence is required.
• Ability to follow detailed gardening plans with precision.
• Comfort working around elderly residents in a retirement village.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain beautiful gardens meeting client expectations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of designated sites within contracted works.
• Regularly communicate with managers and clients, addressing garden issues.
• Maintain safety, compliance and quality in all gardening activities.

Skills

Plant knowledge

Plan interpretation

Safety awareness

Education

Level 3/4 National Certificate in Horticulture

Tools

Walk-behind mower

Hedge trimmers

Weed eater

Job description

Green by Nature in Mt Maunganui is hiring for a gardening role on a 6 Month Fixed Term Opportunity. You will plant, weed, prune, and maintain gardens, operate walk-behind mowers and common tools, and follow a structured maintenance programme with safety as a priority.

The position is physically active, outdoors in varying weather, and requires a valid NZ driver’s licence. Hours are typically Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with potential for increased hours based on demand.