Head Gardener

Arvida Group Limited; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Chemical-free environment

Uniform & PPE supplied

Engaging work environment

Supportive village team

Job summary

Arvida Group Limited invites applications for the Head Gardener role at Bethlehem Country Club, Tauranga. You will lead a team to maintain gardens, lawns, and landscaping to an excellent standard within a park-life environment.

The role requires a Level 4 Horticulture qualification, strong plant knowledge, and experience coaching teams. A commitment to organic and sustainable practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar role or 5 years of horticultural experience.
• Level 4 Horticulture qualification.
• Current first aid certificate.
• NZ Drivers License for village vehicles.
• Strong understanding of plants, growth patterns, and safe work practices.
• Ability to coach, motivate, and lead team members.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Interest in interacting with older New Zealanders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to maintain gardens, lawns, and landscaping to an excellent standard.
• Set and oversee the garden schedule and manage budget adherence.
• Provide guidance and direction to the team per design briefs.
• Promote a values-led, chemical-free working environment.
• Support resident-focused environments in Arvida communities.

Skills

Team leadership

Plant knowledge

Communication

Organics & sustainability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 4 Horticulture qualification

Job description

Company Description

Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida

At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive.

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Job Description

Mō te tūranga | About the Role

Our Head Gardeners play an important role in building thriving communities at Arvida.

At Bethlehem Country Club, you will lead your team in providing a park-life environment through planning, directing, and overseeing the maintenance of gardens, lawns, and landscaping to an excellent standard.

You will set and oversee the garden schedule, provide guidance and direction to the team, and ensure all work is carried out according to design briefs, within budget, and in accordance with correct procedure - all with a continuous improvement mindset.

We run natural, non-toxic systems in our villages and encourage a values-led working environment. This is an opportunity to truly make an impact on our resident's lives and their day-to-day surroundings.

This is a full time role working Monday - Friday. You will hold a Level 4 qualification in Horticulture, have an eye for design, extensive knowledge of plants and their habitats, demonstrate an interest in organics and sustainability, and experience in managing and developing a team.

Qualifications

To tatou kaitono pai | Our ideal candidate must have

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar role or 5 years of horticultural experience
• Level 4 Horticulture qualification
• Current first aid certificate
• NZ Drivers License for village vehicles
• Strong understanding of plants, growth patterns, and safe work practices
• Ability to coach, motivate, and lead team members
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• High motivation with strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Interest in interacting with older New Zealanders

Additional Information

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we can offer

• A competitive market rate salary
• A chemical-free work environment
• Full uniform and PPE supplied
• An engaging and positive work environment
• An experienced and supportive culture with a dedicated village team