Gardener

Citycare Property is a values-driven organisation that builds, operates, maintains, and renews Aotearoa's social infrastructure. We are proudly Kiwi owned, and our community-centric values are well aligned to the local and central government customers that entrust us to care for their assets. We take the responsibility of being a good Kiwi company seriously and we are continuously focused on ensuring our company is a force for good - particularly in the area of sustainability, in the broadest sense (social, environmental, cultural, and economic).

Are you someone with an unwavering passion for the great outdoors? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic Gardening Team on a full-time, permanent basis, where you can become an integral part of our mission. If you thrive on the idea of cultivating lush gardens, working alongside an exceptional team, and making a positive impact on your community, we want to hear from you. 

In this essential position within our Wellington Open Spaces team, you'll be instrumental in elevating the beauty and vibrancy of parks and reserves throughout the Wellington and high-profile areas. As dedicated ambassadors of Wellington Council, Citycare Property holds a profound appreciation for cultivating these green havens where communities converge, fostering a deeper connection with nature and one another. Our team members are deeply committed to the welfare and advancement of the communities we are privileged to serve. 

Requirements 

The successful candidate will have/be: 

• Full Class 1 Driver licence 
• Level 4 Horticulture Certificate and/or equivalent experience (or training towards this - new graduates please apply!) 
• Physically fit and mobile 
• Have a great attitude to make a real difference in our community 
• Willingness to learn and be a part of our Health and Safety culture 
• Ability to work independently and maintain a self-made schedule 

All successful candidates are required to have the right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand, pass a medical, drug and alcohol test and provide two reference checks.       

Benefits  

• Set hours between Monday – Friday with no day the same and lots of variety working in different environments across Wellington.  
• Gain access to support and mentoring will enable you to develop and excel in your role.  
• Part of a high-performing team environment within a close team, where people have your back and enjoy socialising with one another.   
• Provided with a high-quality uniform, including full PPE requirements. 

Find out why people love working at Citycare at https://citycareproperty.co.nz/careers/ and read about what a typical workday may look like on our blog at https://citycareproperty.co.nz/news-and-views/.   

Apply now!  Please note that we will be reviewing all applications on an as received basis so please don’t hesitate to apply now.    

All successful applicants will need to have a right to work in NZ, pass a pre-employment medical and drug screening test and satisfactory references.