Gardener / Grounds Person
About this job
Nationally recognised gardening company are seeking individuals with a love for the outdoors and a passion for hands on garden and grounds care. Opportunities to join their team exist for both newcomers to the industry and experienced gardeners. Ongoing support and upskilling is provided with on job training, industry-leading external training and internal development programs to help you grow and thrive from day one.
TASKS INCLUDE: Gardening, from weeding, seasonal detailing, planting and everything in between Turf Care, hand and ride-on mowing, weed and pest management, renovations Hard surface clearing of leaf litter and debris Irrigation installation and repairs Minor amenity tree maintenance Hedge trimming Weed management with organic sprays Monitoring for plant pests and diseases Conversations directly with our clients and property users, catering to garden requests and queries Working within a team, up-skilling and supporting while creating a friendly and productive work environment
* Monday-Friday work week – the weekends are yours!
Job Requirements
To be passionate about grounds and gardens A positive, proactive and hard working attitude Great communication and people skills Good level of fitness and physical ability, and the ability to use outdoor hand and power tools Full, clean NZ driver's license and own transport First aid and Grow-safe certificates beneficial but we can up-skill the right candidate
- Days of work
- 40 hours per week Mon - Fri (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- Depending on experience
- Job Category
- Garden and Nursery Labourers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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To apply for this job please phone 0800 779 009 and quote Job ID 23115287
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