Lead Gardener & Grounds Supervisor

Green by Nature; Rotorua; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefit

Work phone (personal use)

Guaranteed hours

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Green by Nature in Rotorua, NZ, is seeking a Head Gardener to lead daily grounds maintenance for retirement village projects. You will plan rotations, supervise staff, and ensure gardens meet client specifications while sourcing plants and materials and following garden plans.

Ideal candidates have a Level 4 Horticulture cert, GrowSafe certification, and at least 3 years in a similar role. A full driver's licence is required to support site operations.

Qualifications

• Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent.
• GrowSafe certification is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in a similar head/garden role.
• Valid manual driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily grounds maintenance across lawns, gardens, and communal spaces.
• Plan rotations, direct staff, weed control, pruning, planting and lawn renovations.
• Source plants and materials and follow garden plans to meet client specs.
• Manage day-to-day operations of designated sites and liaise with management.
• Communicate with Operations/Team Manager and clients; report issues promptly.
• Prioritise safety, compliance and quality in all garden activities.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Team leadership

Gardening plan execution

Plant knowledge

Education

Horticulture Level 4

GrowSafe cert

Tools

Manual driving license

Job description

Green by Nature in Rotorua, NZ, is seeking a Head Gardener to lead daily grounds maintenance for retirement village projects. You will plan rotations, supervise staff, and ensure gardens meet client specifications while sourcing plants and materials and following garden plans.

Ideal candidates have a Level 4 Horticulture cert, GrowSafe certification, and at least 3 years in a similar role. A full driver's licence is required to support site operations.