Public Spaces Garden Technician

Rotorua Lakes Council; Te Ngae; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotorua Lakes Council is seeking a hands-on Gardener to join Open Spaces Operations in Te Ngae. The role maintains public gardens, landscaped areas and open spaces, using small machinery; handles agrichemicals and pest plant tasks; works with a small team.

You will bring practical gardening or horticultural experience, preferably a Certificate in Horticulture, a Class 1 licence, ability to read, write and do basic math, and WTR endorsements. A positive attitude and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in gardening or horticulture preferred.
• Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent skills.
• Class 1 Licence required, Class 2 preferred.
• Ability to follow schedules and adapt to changes.
• Strong safety mindset and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and development of gardens and reserves.
• Operate small machinery such as hedge trimmers and weed eaters.
• Handle and apply agrichemicals and pest plant management.
• Work within a collaborative team on open spaces.
• Read plans, follow directions and support public spaces.

Skills

Gardening

Plant ID

Class 1 Licence

Reading & writing

Physical fitness

WTR endorsements

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Certificate in Horticulture

Tools

Horticultural tools

Machinery operation

Job description

Rotorua Lakes Council is seeking a hands-on Gardener to join Open Spaces Operations in Te Ngae. The role maintains public gardens, landscaped areas and open spaces, using small machinery; handles agrichemicals and pest plant tasks; works with a small team.

You will bring practical gardening or horticultural experience, preferably a Certificate in Horticulture, a Class 1 licence, ability to read, write and do basic math, and WTR endorsements. A positive attitude and safety focus are essential.