Gardener Fixed Term 3 Months

Green by Nature AU; Raglan; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work phone

Guaranteed hours

Salary reviewed annually

Job summary

Green by Nature is seeking a practical Gardener to join our Cambridge team on a fixed-term basis for 3 months. You will support landscaping projects, lawn renovations and general garden maintenance using small mowing equipment and hand tools.

The role requires hands-on gardening experience, a full clean driver's licence, knowledge of plant species, and the ability to interpret detailed plans with care. Level 3/4 National Certificate in Horticulture is preferred.

Qualifications

• Hands-on gardening and horticulture experience.
• Full, clean driver’s licence is required (manual driving capability).
• Knowledge of plant species and maintenance needs.
• Ability to interpret and execute gardening plans with precision.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client/community interactions.
• Proactive, results-driven attitude and commitment to quality work.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain gardens meeting client expectations, sourcing plants/materials and following plans.
• Mow, edge, and finish turf to a high presentation standard.
• Communicate with managers/clients and report issues promptly.
• Maintain safety, compliance and quality in gardening activities.
• Assist with general grounds maintenance and tidying tasks.
• Interact professionally around residents.

Skills

Gardening

Horticulture

Plant knowledge

Education

National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3/4)

Tools

Pedestrian mowers

Line trimmers

Blowers

Hand tools

Hedge trimmers

Job description

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.

As we continue to grow, we're excited to welcome a passionate Gardener to our Cambridge team on a fixed term basis for 3 months.

About The Role

Based in Cambridge, you will support landscaping projects, lawn renovations, mowing with small mowing equipment, and general garden maintenance. Work will include planting, soil preparation, mulching, weeding, pruning, and maintaining lawns and garden beds.

The role will involve using small mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hand tools, and lawn renovation equipment, with training provided as required. We are looking for someone practical, reliable, safety-conscious, and willing to assist with a variety of grounds maintenance tasks.

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
• Lawn mowing, edging and finishing work, ensuring turf areas are maintained to the required presentation and service standard
• 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
• Assist the site team with general grounds maintenance activities, including garden maintenance, weeding, pruning, green waste removal, tidying and other routine landscape tasks as required.
• Have a respectful and professional approach when working around residents is essential.

The role will involve the use of typical grounds maintenance equipment, including pedestrian mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, hand tools and associated grounds maintenance equipment.

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 would be preferred
• 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

We are looking for someone who is reliable, physically capable, safety conscious and comfortable working independently as well as part of a small site-based team.

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.