Gardener - Greenspaces Wellington at Downer, Wellington
Gardener - Greenspaces Wellington at Downer in Wellington. Full-time. Est. up to $80k. Apply with swipeandhired.
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
- A free pie and hot drink each month at Z!
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
The Downer Greenspaces team have a reputation built through having great people, access to first class plant and equipment along with leading edge technology that allow us to deliver to the highest standards across New Zealand.
Our teams are professional, focused on delivery of best practice on Parks Maintenance/Horticulture services to our clients and the members of the public.
We are looking for someone with a passion for gardening to join our Grounds Maintenance Team, the role would suit someone with broad horticulture skills looking for full time employment. As Gardener, you will:
- Undertake gardening work within the parks and reserves sector
- Ensure that high quality, timely and planned maintenance is delivered at all times
- You will also ensure a high level of safety is adhered to in order to protect the public, other team members, and yourself.
- Work closely with clients and the public, address concerns and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Complete horticultural work according to project specifications, ensuring tasks are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
- Horticulture qualifications or relevant industry experience
- Minimum Full Class 1 Drivers Licence - Class 2 is preferable
- Great honest work ethic, with reliability and a willingness to learn and share knowledge
- Self-motivated, energetic, proactive and results-orientated
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 738408.
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.