Public Parks & Open Spaces Gardener

Rotorua Lakes Council; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotorua Lakes Council is seeking a hands-on Gardener to join the Parks & Open Spaces team in Rotorua. You will care for city public gardens, landscaped areas, and open spaces, carrying out planting, pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilising and pest control.

The role includes seasonal bedding displays, turf care, plant propagation, mowing and edging, and safe herbicide use. A Certificate in Horticulture and valid licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Practical gardening or horticultural experience.
• Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent skills.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day garden maintenance including planting, pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilising, and pest control.
• Support the preparation of seasonal bedding displays and turf care.
• Propagate and prepare plants for internal use and community events.
• Mow, edge, and perform general grounds maintenance.
• Ensure safe and accurate use of herbicides and pesticides per procedures.

Skills

Gardening

Horticulture

Tools & machinery

Education

Certificate in Horticulture

Tools

Horticultural tools

Machinery operation

Job description

Rotorua Lakes Council is seeking a hands-on Gardener to join the Parks & Open Spaces team in Rotorua. You will care for city public gardens, landscaped areas, and open spaces, carrying out planting, pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilising and pest control.

The role includes seasonal bedding displays, turf care, plant propagation, mowing and edging, and safe herbicide use. A Certificate in Horticulture and valid licence are essential.