Horticulturist

Green by Nature; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horticulture company in New Zealand seeks a motivated individual for a horticulture role in Marlborough. Responsibilities include maintaining gardens, managing operations at designated sites, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate holds a Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture and has extensive plant knowledge. Join a team committed to excellence and make a positive impact in your community.

Benefits

Annual wellness benefit of $300

Performance-based salary

Work phone for personal use

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Full driver’s licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining gardens to meet client specifications.
• Managing the day-to-day operations of designated sites.
• Communicating with the Operations and Teams Manager.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of plant species and their maintenance requirements

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to accurately follow and implement gardening plans

Proactive attitude

Education

Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture

GrowSafe certification

Job description

We are thrilled to have been selected as one of Marlborough District Councils chosen service providers, starting November 1, 2025. This marks an exciting new chapter in caring for Marlborough regions beautiful parks and reserves, building on a strong legacy of excellence. If you’re passionate about continuing to make a positive impact on your community and contributing to the future of these cherished spaces, we’d love for you to join our team.

About The Role:

As a proud partner of our Marlborough Horticulture Team, you’ll play an important part in keeping Marlborough and the surrounding areas gardens and green spaces looking their best. Reporting to the Team Manager and working closely with your crew, your daily tasks will include:

• Creating and maintaining gardens to meet client specifications, including sourcing plants and materials, following garden plans, and planting according to best practices
• Managing the day-to-day operations of designated sites
• Communicating regularly with the Operations and Teams Manager and/or client, promptly addressing and reporting any garden or planting issues.
• Prioritising safety, compliance, and quality in all garden-related activities

About You:

Our ideal candidate will have a Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture, a GrowSafe certification, and at least 3 years of experience in a similar role, we may consider Level 3 holders also. Other experience and skills we seek include:

• A full driver’s licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle
• Extensive knowledge of plant species and their maintenance requirements
• Ability to accurately follow and implement gardening plans
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with members of the public and our clients if required
• A proactive attitude with a dedication to delivering top-quality results in every task

What we can offer you:

As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with other professionals, gain further knowledge and experience, and develop your career in horticulture. We offer full time staff guaranteed work hours with the ability to increase based on operational demands. We also offer a performance-based salary that is reviewed annually, an annual wellness benefit of $300 after qualifying period and a work phone permitted for personal use.

About Us:

Green by Nature is a diversified professional full facility, parks maintenance, sports turf, landscaping and horticulture company, operating across New Zealand and Australia. We have 2000+ employees, have been an industry leader for over 30 years and are committed to a culture of health and safety, excellence, and continuous improvement, whilst caring for our people, clients, and communities.

If you're a motivated individual looking to make impact within a company that has been an industry leader, apply now!

In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.