Gardener Assistant – Takanini Based
About this job
We are seeking a motivated Gardener Assistant to join our team, servicing a range of residential and commercial properties throughout the Auckland region. If you enjoy working outdoors and have a keen eye for detail, this could be the perfect role for you!
Location: Meet at yard in Takanini daily, then travel to various job sites Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:30am – 5:30pm 30 hours+ per week * Flexibility will be required as demand requires or changes in weather Pay Rate: $25.00 – $27.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Key Responsibilities • Assist with planting, watering, and caring for gardens, trees, and lawns • Spread mulch, soil, compost, and fertilizers • Manual weeding and garden clean-ups • Operate basic gardening tools: rakes, shovels, hedge trimmers • Mow lawns, trim hedges, and clear walkways • Support senior gardeners with general landscaping • Maintain irrigation systems and watering schedules • Follow all health and safety procedures on-site
Job Requirements
• Physically fit and capable of lifting, bending, and kneeling • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather • Reliable, punctual, and willing to work as part of a team • Basic knowledge of gardening tools preferred (training provided) • Positive attitude and strong work ethic • Comfortable driving a Company Vehicle - Currently hold a Full Class 1 Drivers Licence
Interested in this job? Please email your CV to Amanda.adgostaines001@msd.govt.nz. Subject - Job ID 22823427 Vacancy will close on 23/06/2025
- Days of work
- Monday to Saturday, 8:30am – 5:30pm * Flexibility will be required for changes to business demand (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $25.00 - $27.00
- Job Category
- Gardeners
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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