Green by Nature NZ is seeking an experienced and passionate Horticulturalist Job in Auckland to join its Auckland team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role is based at a retirement village in Clevedon and is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and is committed to maintaining high-quality green spaces. You will play a key role in creating, maintaining, and enhancing gardens while ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
About the Company
Green by Nature has been creating and maintaining outstanding outdoor spaces across New Zealand since 1992. With more than 2,000 employees operating across New Zealand and Australia, the company is a trusted leader in the horticulture and landscaping industry. Green by Nature’s purpose is to improve people’s lives by building, caring for, and maintaining remarkable green spaces that allow communities to thrive. The company is known for its professional standards, strong team culture, and commitment to long-term career development.
Responsibilities
- Maintain all aspects of gardening across the retirement village contract
- Carry out planting, weeding, pruning, spraying, blowing, weed eating, and vegetation control
- Execute garden works in line with client specifications and garden plans
- Source required plants and materials and plant according to plant-specific needs
- Oversee day-to-day operational activities at designated sites within the contract
- Mentor and support a trainee and other gardeners to ensure efficient teamwork
- Communicate regularly with the Team Manager regarding garden and planting issues
- Ensure all gardening activities meet safety, compliance, and quality standards
- Maintain safe work practices to protect the public, team members, and yourself
Requirements
- Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture
- GrowSafe certification
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar horticulture role
- Full driver’s licence with manual driving capability
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test in line with company policy
Skills
- Strong knowledge of plant species and maintenance requirements
- Ability to accurately follow and implement gardening plans
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proactive and helpful attitude toward team members and the public
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Willingness to mentor and share horticultural knowledge
- High attention to safety, quality, and detail
Benefits
- Permanent, full-time employment with regular work hours
- Performance-based salary reviewed annually
- $300 wellness benefit after qualifying period
- Work phone provided (permitted for personal use)
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals
- Ongoing learning, career development, and skill growth
- Supportive and professional team environment
