School Grounds Gardener & Maintenance Pro

Turftech; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Boys High School is seeking a reliable Gardener / Groundsperson to maintain gardens, grounds, and outdoor areas. This hands-on role focuses on keeping the school environment safe, tidy, and welcoming for students, staff and visitors, with support from our straightforward maintenance system.

The role covers weeding, pruning, mowing, edging, waste management and basic equipment operation. Applicants should be physically fit, self‑motivated, able to work in all weather, and pass NZ Police

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform outdoor manual work.
• Physically fit and capable in all weather conditions.
• Good communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Weeding, pruning, fertilising and planting of existing gardens.
• Tree pruning.
• Tractor, ride-on or push-mowing and line trimming.
• Hard surface blowing and leaf collection.
• Sports field maintenance and line-marking.
• Rubbish collection and basic waste/recycling management.

Skills

Outdoor manual work

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Hamilton Boys High School is seeking a reliable Gardener / Groundsperson to maintain gardens, grounds, and outdoor areas. This hands-on role focuses on keeping the school environment safe, tidy, and welcoming for students, staff and visitors, with support from our straightforward maintenance system.

The role covers weeding, pruning, mowing, edging, waste management and basic equipment operation. Applicants should be physically fit, self‑motivated, able to work in all weather, and pass NZ Police