Grounds Worker

At Green by Nature, we’re more than just a greenspace maintenance team; we’re dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of West Auckland and its surrounding areas. As a proud partner of the Auckland City Council, we take care of parks, playgrounds, gardens, infrastructure, and public spaces, helping to make Auckland an even better place to live and visit. To continue delivering on this commitment, we’re looking for a dedicated Grounds Worker to join our Auckland Horticulture team! About The Role Our Grounds Workers are versatile and skilled professionals who handle a wide range of tasks. From planting to weed eating, our Grounds Workers do it all. Key day‑to‑day activities include: Maintaining both soft and hard landscaping areas Pruning, planting, flax cutting and general garden care Hedge trimming, weed eating and edging Spraying herbicides and manually removing or picking weeds and pest plants What We’re Looking For While practical experience in horticulture is ideal, it is not a must. If you have a great work ethic and a passion for working outdoors, you could be the perfect fit. We value the following qualities: A current, full Class 1 driver’s licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle A good level of fitness, as the role can be physically demanding A team player with a positive attitude who naturally helps out teammates Excellent relationship‑building and communication skills High motivation and a strong desire to get the job done The ability to use a smartphone and other technology (advantageous) What We Can Offer You A regular work schedule A performance‑based salary reviewed annually A $300 wellness benefit and a work phone that may be used for personal purposes The opportunity to work with other professionals, gain further knowledge and experience, and develop your career in horticulture In accordance with our Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre‑employment drug test. #J-18808-Ljbffr