Head Gardener

Summerset - Care; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Southern Cross Health Insurance (ext)

Paid Birthday leave

Discounts at suppliers

Job summary

Summerset is seeking a Head Gardener to maintain and enhance the grounds of Hamilton Village, including planting, pruning, bedding and seasonal work, plus lawn mowing, landscaping and hedge maintenance. You’ll take pride in creating attractive outdoor spaces for residents and visitors.

This full-time role requires passion for gardening, proven experience, and relevant certificates (horticulture Level 4+ and Growsafe). Monday–Friday, 8:00–4:30.

Qualifications

• Love and deep knowledge of gardening with proven experience.
• Relevant National certificate in horticulture (amenity) Level 4 or above and a current Growsafe (standard) certificate.
• Ability to create and maintain attractive outdoor spaces for residents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance outdoor spaces of Hamilton Village.
• Care for plants, pruning, bedding and seasonal planting.
• Lawn mowing, landscaping and hedge maintenance.
• Interact with residents in a friendly manner.

Skills

Gardening knowledge

Grounds maintenance

Plant care

Education

National certificate in horticulture (amenity) Level 4 or above

Growsafe (standard) certificate

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Head Gardener to join our team. You'll play an important role in maintaining and enhancing the beautiful grounds of our Hamilton Village, from caring for plants, pruning, bedding and seasonal planting, through to lawn mowing, landscaping and hedge maintenance. You'll take pride in creating and maintaining attractive outdoor spaces for our residents and visitors to enjoy.

You'll have a passion for gardening and grounds maintenance, an eye for detail, and take pride in keeping gardens and outdoor areas looking their best throughout the seasons.

This is a permanent full-time role, and working Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.30pm.

Qualifications

You’ll bring your love and deep knowledge of gardening along with proven experience to our team, and a relevant National certificate in horticulture (amenity) Level 4 or above and current Growsafe (standard) certificate. You’ll have a genuine passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces and have a warm, friendly personality always happy to chat with our residents.

You’ll be a team player who can also work independently, managing your time effectively. Being well-organised, efficient, and physically fit will help you thrive in this hands‑on role.

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:

• Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance (up to 75% off doctors, dentists, physio's etc)
• Paid Birthday leave
• Discounts at a range of suppliers

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Monday 23 November.