Gardener at NZ Site | Plant Health, Irrigation & Pruning

Citycare Property; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

On the job skill development

Collaboration, growth and innovation

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Citycare Property is seeking a dedicated Gardener at Linton Military Camp to maintain attractive outdoor spaces and support the community. You will work across a large site, create new planting areas, and ensure high standards of presentation and care.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, variety, and seeing the tangible results of your efforts, with a strong Health & Safety culture and inclusive team environment.

Qualifications

• A certificate in horticulture or ability to work to achieve this.
• Experience in Garden Maintenance or relevant industry (desirable).
• Full Class 1 driver licence.
• Physical fitness and the ability to work on your feet.
• A proactive and positive attitude, ready to contribute to the community.
• Will­ingness to learn and be part of a strong Health & Safety culture.
• The ability to meet NZDF specific security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and planting new gardens and maintaining all garden areas to required standards.
• Managing irrigation systems, monitoring plant health for pests and diseases, applying treatments as required, and performing precise pruning to achieve high-quality displays.
• Interacting professionally and respectfully with NZDF personnel, contractors, and site users at all times.
• Working safety and in compliance with all health & safety, quality and environmental standards and expectations.

Skills

Garden maintenance

Driver license

Physical fitness

Health & safety awareness

Education

Certificate in horticulture

Job description

Citycare Property is seeking a dedicated Gardener at Linton Military Camp to maintain attractive outdoor spaces and support the community. You will work across a large site, create new planting areas, and ensure high standards of presentation and care.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, variety, and seeing the tangible results of your efforts, with a strong Health & Safety culture and inclusive team environment.