Gardener

Citycare Property is seeking an experienced Gardener to help maintain the grounds of a unique Central Wellington location.

An opportunity to work in a well-known setting where your horticultural expertise, attention to detail, and passion for quality will be valued every day.

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys seeing landscapes thrive through the seasons, and appreciates the importance of maintaining special places to a high standard.

What You’ll Be Doing | Ngā Kawenga Takohanga
• Maintain heritage gardens, lawns, garden beds, and landscaped areas to an exceptional standard.
• Maintain and care for a diverse range of established trees, helping preserve the character and presentation of the landscape.
• Carry out seasonal planting, pruning, mulching, weed control, and plant care.
• Help preserve the character, presentation, and heritage values of an iconic Wellington destination.
• Identify and address plant health issues before they become problems.
• Operate horticultural equipment safely and efficiently.
• Contribute ideas that improve garden presentation and visitor experience

What You’ll Bring to the Table | Ngā Mea ka Mauria e Ko:
• A recognised horticultural qualification is desirable.
• Proven experience maintaining, parks, estates, or landscaped environments.
• Strong plant knowledge and an eye for presentation and detail.
• A genuine passion for horticulture and pride in your workmanship.
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of your area.
• A Full Class 1 Driver Licence.

Benefits | Ngā painga
• Competitive salary with plenty of room for professional development and career progression.
• Be part of an industry leader committed to delivering world-class service and creating long-term value for clients.
• Be part of an inclusive New Zealand owned company that values diversity.
• Enjoy free annual health checks, flu vaccines and skin checks.
• Access mental health support, counselling and wellbeing programmes.
• Get great discounts nationwide through our employee Boost programme.
• Earn up to $1,000 with our employee referral scheme.

About Us | Mō Mātou
Citycare Property is a proudly Kiwi-owned, values-driven organisation dedicated to building, maintaining and renewing the places and spaces that enrich and support thriving communities across Aotearoa. We partner with iwi, community organisations, regional councils, and central government to care for the infrastructure that matters most. Guided by our purpose, we enhance the wellbeing of our communities by creating better spaces, strengthening communities, and delivering greater outcomes for everyone.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are proud members of Pride Pledge and Te Uru Tāngata - Centre for Workplace Inclusion. We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively grow Te Ao Māori knowledge within our teams. If you are invited to interview, please let us know what support you may need.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand, complete a medical assessment, pass a drug and alcohol test, provide two references, and consent to a Criminal Record Check.

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