Team Gardener

Arvida Group; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform & PPE provided

Training & apprenticeships

Chemical-free work environment

Market-rate salary

Job summary

Arvida Group is seeking a versatile gardener to maintain and enhance the gardens at our Tauranga community. The role emphasizes resident-focused service and high-quality outdoor spaces, using natural gardening methods.

You will work as part of a team in a physically demanding environment, with training and PPE provided. A level of fitness and a NZ Driver's License will help you succeed in this role, with market-rate pay and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Ideally, Level 3 Horticulture with interest to progress to Level 4.
• Demonstrated competence in a similar gardening role.
• Safe work practices and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop gardens using natural techniques.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and staff.
• Collaborate with team to ensure a safe, tidy and vibrant environment.

Skills

Plants knowledge

Team player

Communication

Physically fit

NZ Driver's License

Education

Level 3 Horticulture

Job description

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At Arvida, wecreate communities with freedom to thrive.

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values:Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Company Description

Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida

At Arvida, wecreate communities with freedom to thrive.

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values:Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Job Description

Mōd te tůranga | About the Role

We are looking for a versatile and motivated gardener with a desire to create and maintain the stunning gardens at our community. Your dedication to great customer service will shine through for our residents, who are at the heart of all we do. We garden using natural techniques and are looking for somebody with a true passion for gardening.

We pay market rates and provide a uniform, including quality wet weather gear, tools, and PPE. We provide training and we promote an educational path for our gardeners’ encouraging apprenticeships with Primary ITO.

This is a physically demanding job, and a high level of fitness is required.

Qualifications

Nga Tohu me nga wheako | Qualifications and Experience

Ideally, Level 3 Horticulture with a desire to continue with Level 4 although this is not essential as training will be provided for an enthusiastic applicant

• Demonstrated competence in a similar role
• Demonstrated knowledge of plants, growth patterns,
• Highly motivated, flexible, and able to take initiative
• Safe work practices
• NZ Drivers License and the ability to drive a small manual truck

To tatou kaitono pai | Our ideal candidate must have

• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to work well with colleagues as part of a team, and be highly responsible and reliable
• The ability to focus attention on our residents' needs while remaining calm and courteous
• A high level of fitness as this job is very physical.

Additional Information

He aha ta... | What we can offer

• A competitive market rate salary
• Apprenticeship for the right person
• A chemical-free work environment
• Full Uniform and PPE supplied
• An experienced and supportive culture
• An engaging and positive work environment