Gardener - Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

Horticulturist/Gardener – High Profile Heritage Site

Do you take pride in creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces? Are you passionate about horticulture and want to work in one of Wellington's most iconic heritage locations?

Citycare Property is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Gardener to join our team, caring for a prestigious heritage site in the heart of Wellington. This is a unique opportunity to help preserve and enhance an important public space enjoyed by thousands of visitors every year.

As part of our Wellington team, you'll play a key role in maintaining gardens to the highest standard while helping protect the history, beauty, and character of this special site. You'll work alongside a supportive team that values quality workmanship, safety, and continuous learning.

What You'll Be Doing | Nga Mahi Ka Mahia E Koe

• Maintain gardens, lawns, garden beds, and landscaped areas to a high standard.
• Plant, prune, weed, mulch, and care for a wide variety of plants and trees.
• Help preserve the presentation and heritage values of this iconic site.
• Operate horticultural tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work collaboratively with your team while also being confident working independently.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture with a strong focus on Health & Safety.
• A Full Class 1 Driver Licence.
• A Level 4 Horticulture qualification or practical horticultural experience (new graduates are encouraged to apply).
• A genuine passion for horticulture and maintaining high-quality landscapes.
• Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions.
• A proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work independently, manage your workload, and take pride in your work.
• A commitment to safe work practices and delivering exceptional results.

Benefits | Awhina

• Gain access to support and mentoring will enable you to develop and excel in your role.

• Join a high-performing team in a supportive environment, where colleagues have your back and enjoy socialising together.
• Provided with a high-quality uniform, including full PPE requirements.

About Us | Whakapa mai

Citycare Property is a proudly Kiwi-owned, values-driven organisation focused on building, maintaining, and renewing Aotearoa's social infrastructure. We partner with local and central government to care for the spaces where communities connect, thrive, and access essential services. Our purpose is to Enhance the Wellbeing of our Communities by championing sustainability across social, environmental, cultural, and economic dimensions, while prioritizing local people and businesses.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We are proud members of Pride Pledge and Diversity Works, and honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively grow Te Ao Maori knowledge within our team. If you’re invited to an interview, please let us know if you have any preferences or requirements that will support you to perform at your best. All applicants must have a current right to work in New Zealand, pass a medical assessment and drug and alcohol test, and provide two references.

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Apply Now: We will be reviewing all applications on an as received basis so don’t hesitate to apply now.

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