We are thrilled to have been selected as one of Marlborough District Council's chosen service providers, starting November 1, 2025. This marks an exciting new chapter in caring for Marlborough regions beautiful parks and reserves, building on a strong legacy of excellence. If you’re passionate about continuing to make a positive impact on your community and contributing to the future of these cherished spaces, we’d love for you to join our team.
What does a Gardener do, you ask?
Reporting to the Team Manager and working closely with your teammates, you'll be responsible for maintaining gardens and green spaces across the Marlborough region. Your duties will include planting, weeding, pruning, and vegetation control, as well as caring for bedding displays, rose gardens, borders, and shrubbery. You'll ensure all tasks are completed to a high standard, working to a well-organised schedule that prioritises the safety of clients, community members, your team, and yourself!
Who We're Looking For:
Ideally, we'd love someone with hands-on gardening experience or a qualification in horticulture, however that's advantageous, not essential. What really matters is having a solid work ethic, a passion for working outdoors, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in. Other qualities we seek include:
- A full, current driver's licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle
- A level 3 or Level 4 National Certificate of Horticulture and current GrowSafe certifications are highly desirable
- A sense of responsibility and ownership over your work, while being a team player who's always ready to help your mates
- An understanding of health and safety practices relevant to the job
- Great communication skills, with the ability to engage with the public if needed
- A motivated, can-do attitude, and the drive to see the job through
What we can offer you:
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with other professionals, gain further knowledge and experience, and develop your career in horticulture. We offer full time staff guaranteed work hours with the ability to increase based on operational demands. We also offer a performance-based salary that is reviewed annually, and an annual wellness benefit of $300 after the qualifying period is completed.
With over 2000+ employees across New Zealand and Australia Green by Nature is committed to a culture of health and safety, excellence, and continuous improvement, whilst caring for our people, clients, and communities. If you are interested in full time work we'd love to see your application!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic team, so if your skills and experience match, then we want to hear from you. To apply for this role, click 'I'm interested'.
In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.
