Horticulturalist

At Green by Nature, we’re more than a greenspace maintenance team, we’re dedicated to maintaining the natural beauty of the spaces we care for. Since 1992, we’ve grown into an industry leader with over 2000+ across New Zealand and Australia. We maintain beautiful public spaces; from parks and playgrounds to gardens and community facilities, and we’re passionate about enhancing our natural environment.

About The Role

Based within the Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust, you’ll play an important part in keeping gardens and green spaces looking their best. Reporting to the Operations Manager and working closely with your crew, your daily tasks will include:

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating and maintaining gardens to meet client specifications, including sourcing plants and materials, following garden plans, and planting according to best practices.
• Managing the day-to-day operations of designated sites within the contract.
• Communicating regularly with the Operations Manager and/or client, promptly addressing and reporting any garden or planting issues.
• Prioritising safety, compliance, and quality in all garden-related activities.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have a Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture, a GrowSafe certification, and at least 3 years of experience in a similar role. Other experience and skills we seek include:

• A full driver’s licence with the ability to drive a manual.
• Extensive knowledge of plant species and their maintenance requirements.
• Ability to accurately follow and implement gardening plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with residents if required.
• A proactive attitude with a dedication to delivering top-quality results in every task.

What We Offer

At Green by Nature, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside professionals, expand your knowledge, and develop your career in horticulture. We offer regular working hours, a performance-based salary that is reviewed annually, and a $300 wellness benefit. You’ll also receive a work phone that is permitted for personal use.

Next Steps

Are you ready to join a team that’s been dedicated to green space excellence for over 30 years? Apply today and be part of a company that takes pride in our communities!

Please note: In line with our Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will need to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.