Head Gardener

Company Description

Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida

At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive. 

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Job Description

Mō te tūranga | About the Role

The Head Gardener is responsible for the maintenance and development of all gardens, lawns, and landscaping within our community, in accordance with an existing framework and schedule. We run natural, non-toxic systems in our villages providing the best outcomes for our residents.

We are looking for a hardworking Gardener to help with planting, maintaining, and caring for gardens and plants. Responsibilities include loading and moving supplies, preparing garden sites, planting and transplanting, watering, weeding, pruning, mowing, and general garden upkeep.

Experience in gardening or landscaping is preferred but not essential. You should be physically fit, comfortable working outdoors, and able to use gardening tools and light machinery. If you have a passion for plants and enjoy hands-on work.

You will be leading a team of two full-time gardeners with some part-time assistance. We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and experienced gardener looking for their next big property to manage.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Nga Tohu me nga wheako | Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated competence in a similar role
• Demonstrated knowledge of plants, growth patterns,
• Highly motivated, flexible, and able to take initiative
• Safe work practices
• NZ Drivers License and the ability to drive a small manual truck

We will be interviewing and screening NZ Residents and NZ Citizens as a priority before looking internationally.

• NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)
• Ideally, Level 2 or 3 Horticulture with a desire to continue with Level 4 although this is not essential as training will be provided for an enthusiastic applicant

Utu Taipitopito | Pay Details

• $32.00 to $40.00 - depending on qualifications and experience

To tatou kaitono pai | Our ideal candidate must have

• Strong understanding of habitats, plants, and growth patterns
• Demonstrated competence in a similar role and ability to mange a small team
• Highly motivated, flexible, and able to take initiative
• NZ Drivers License for Village Vehicles including a manual small truck
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Committed to safe work practices
• The ability to focus attention on our resident's needs while remaining calm and courteous

Additional Information

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we can offer  

• MInimum of 30 hours per week
• A competitive market rate salary
• A chemical-free work environment
• Full uniform and PPE supplied
• An engaging and positive work environment
• An experienced and supportive culture with a dedicated village team

If you are looking for a rewarding position that makes a significant different please, we'd love to hear from you!

Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining what you’ll bring to the role and your fit to Arvida.