Village Property & Garden Care Assistant

Summerset; Howick; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Birthday leave

Discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Summerset Manukau retirement village is seeking a hands-on Property Assistant to help maintain safety, beauty, and smooth operation across the village. You will work closely with the Property Manager and Head Gardener, spanning general maintenance, garden tasks, and inspections in a full-time on-site role.

Role suits practical individuals with DIY ability, independent work ethic, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in property maintenance and gardening.
• Strong DIY or trade skills – part trade qualified preferred.
• The ability to work independently and take pride in your work.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with general property and garden maintenance
• Helping with building maintenance and refurbishments
• Assisting with landscaping, gardening, and ground care tasks
• Taking part in property inspections and reporting safety or maintenance issues
• Communicating clearly and respectfully with residents, team members, and contractors

Skills

Property maintenance

Gardening

DIY / Trade skills

Independent worker

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Job description

Summerset Manukau retirement village is seeking a hands-on Property Assistant to help maintain safety, beauty, and smooth operation across the village. You will work closely with the Property Manager and Head Gardener, spanning general maintenance, garden tasks, and inspections in a full-time on-site role.

Role suits practical individuals with DIY ability, independent work ethic, and strong communication skills.