Landscape Gardener - Seasonal

Gibbston Valley Winery; Gibbston; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on lodge stays

Spa treatments discount

Restaurant dining discount

Cellar Door wine discounts

Retail wine discounts

Job summary

Gibbston Valley Wines in Gibbston, Otago invites a hands-on Seasonal Landscape Gardener to maintain and develop our gardens across the property during peak season, ensuring grounds are presented to an exceptional standard for guests.

Key duties include lawn mowing, edging, pruning, irrigation monitoring, planting, and supporting landscape projects. Experience in gardening, horticulture or grounds maintenance and the ability to work outdoors in all weather are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance.
• Good plant knowledge and experience in plant care.
• Experience growing vegetables, herbs, or greenhouse produce would be an advantage.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining gardens and landscaped areas throughout guest spaces and public areas
• Growing, harvesting, and caring for produce in the chef's greenhouse and kitchen gardens
• Maintaining the gardens surrounding our 24 luxury villas
• Lawn mowing, edging, hedge trimming, pruning, weeding, and general garden maintenance
• Irrigation maintenance and monitoring plant health
• Replanting and developing garden areas to enhance the property's appearance
• Assisting with landscaping projects and seasonal improvements
• Ensuring all gardens are maintained to a high standard at all times

Skills

Gardening

Plant knowledge

Independence

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Job description

Gibbston, Otago 9384, New Zealand • NZ$30 - NZ$33

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 06 Oct 2026

Description

At Gibbston Valley, we’re more than just a winery, we are a place where guests come to unwind, reconnect, and experience the very best of the region. Surrounded by vines, our Cellar Door, Wine Cave, Restaurant, Spa, and Lodge offer visitors a unique taste of genuine kiwi hospitality.

We live by our values: Care Always | Grow Together | Craft with Purpose | Honor the Land

About the role:

• Seasonal Full-time ~ 40 hours per week
• Location: Gibbston Valley Wines - Gibbston, Otago
• $30.00 to $33.00 depending on the experience

We are looking for a hands‑on Seasonal Landscape Gardner to support in maintaining and developing the gardens and landscaped areas across our property during our peak season - Summer, while ensuring our grounds are presented to an exceptional standard for our guests year‑round. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining gardens and landscaped areas throughout guest spaces and public areas
• Growing, harvesting, and caring for produce in the chef's greenhouse and kitchen gardens
• Maintaining the gardens surrounding our 24 luxury villas
• Lawn mowing, edging, hedge trimming, pruning, weeding, and general garden maintenance
• Irrigation maintenance and monitoring plant health
• Replanting and developing garden areas to enhance the property's appearance
• Assisting with landscaping projects and seasonal improvements
• Ensuring all gardens are maintained to a high standard at all times

About you:

• Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
• Good plant knowledge and experience in plant care
• Experience growing vegetables, herbs, or greenhouse produce would be an advantage
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• A strong eye for detail and pride in maintaining high-quality outdoor spaces
• Physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Eligibility of work in New Zealand without any restrictions.
• A reliable method transport since we’re located about 25 mins from Queenstown CBD

If you love working in a stunning natural environment this could be your next move.

Why you will love working for us:

• Work in a luxury, award‑winning environment in a breathtaking vineyard setting alongside one of Central Otago's most iconic brands
• Generous Staff Discounts on our luxury Lodge stays, NZ's #1 Resort Spa treatments, Restaurant dining, Cellar Door, and retail wines.
• Expand your wine knowledge through immersive training alongside passionate industry experts.
• A supportive, tight‑knit team grounded in values that matter
• Relax and connect with your team over a complimentary glass of wine after your shift.
• Structured Staff Appreciation Program celebrating your hard work and achievements.
• Free on‑site parking and full uniforms provided

*We’re grateful for the interest in joining the Gibbston Valley Wines team. As we receive a high number of applications, we’ll be in touch only with shortlisted candidates.

*To be eligible for consideration, you must be based in New Zealand, and legally able to work here. We are not able to sponsor for this role.

Company Overview

At Gibbston Valley, our teams are deeply passionate about this exceptional place. We thrive on having fun and sharing our knowledge and enthusiasm with every visitor. Our makers infuse each Gibbston Valley wine bottle with passion and personality. From handpicking whole bunches of organically grown grapes to foot-macerating the fruit, they employ traditional and sustainable techniques to craft every vintage with care. This commitment, harmonising with the region’s soil, sun, frost, and rain, captures the distinctive essence of Gibbston Valley’s unique terroir.