Hardscapes Gardener

Mō te tūranga | About the role Reporting to the Grounds Manager, you will construct, install and maintain the non‑plant elements of our outdoor spaces—patios, walkways, retaining walls, decking, pergolas, fencing and outdoor furniture—while also contributing to softscape work such as garden bed preparation, planting and irrigation. Your days will be wonderfully varied. One day you might be excavating, levelling and laying paving for a new pathway; the next you could be installing an irrigation system, repairing a retaining wall, or working alongside the wider Grounds team to prepare the campus for a major school event. You'll read and interpret plans, operate a range of landscaping tools and machinery, and bring your own eye for detail to everything from concrete pours to the final tidy‑up. It's a hands‑on role for someone who loves working outdoors, takes pride in doing the job properly, and enjoys seeing a project come together – knowing the spaces you've built will be enjoyed by generations of students. Ngā pūkenga me whai | We're looking for someone with Solid experience in landscaping, hardscaping, construction or grounds maintenance, and a genuine pride in their workmanship. Ideally you bring a horticulture qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience, along with confidence operating landscaping tools and machinery. Knowledge of irrigation systems and outdoor construction techniques will be an advantage. You will be physically fit and capable of manual outdoor work, able to read and interpret plans, and equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team. A full driver's licence is desirable, as is a strong commitment to safe work practices and a tidy work environment. Above all, you will be someone who role‑models the values and culture of our school – reliable, conscientious, and proud to contribute to a campus the community treasures. Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer Diocesan School for Girls is located in Epsom, Auckland, and offers a supportive environment where staff thrive professionally and personally. As part of our team, you'll enjoy competitive remuneration, ongoing professional development and growth opportunities, and access to our onsite fitness centre, swimming pool and physiotherapy services. We also offer free covered parking (when available) for cars, bikes and scooters, regular wellness initiatives and social events, and the chance to be part of a strong, connected community set within beautifully landscaped school grounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr