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Gardener

Citycare Property · 201-1000 employees

Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui1 day ago
OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

What the role involves

  • Planting gardens
  • Maintaining gardens
  • Managing irrigation

What they ask for

Certificate in horticulture or ability to achieve it; full Class 1 driver licence; physical fitness; legal right to work in NZ; pass drug/alcohol test and criminal record check; meet NZDF security requirements.

  • Professional licence or registration
  • Driver licence
  • Security clearance

About the job

Join us as a Gardener at Linton Military Camp, where you’ll help maintain attractive, well-presented outdoor spaces that support the people who serve and protect Aotearoa New Zealand.

You’ll work across a large and varied site, caring for established gardens, creating new planting areas and ensuring outdoor spaces are maintained to a high standard. If you’re an experienced gardener who enjoys hands-on work, variety and seeing the results of your efforts, this could be a great opportunity to put your skills to work in a role with real purpose.

What You’ll Be Doing | Ngā Kawenga Takohanga

  • Preparing and planting new gardens and maintaining all garden areas to required standards.
  • Managing irrigation systems, monitoring plant health for pests and diseases, applying treatments as required, and performing precise pruning to achieve high‑quality displays.
  • Interacting professionally and respectfully with NZDF personnel, contractors, and site users at all times.
  • Working safety and in compliance with all health & safety, quality and environmental standards and expectations.

What We’re Looking For | Ā Mātou e Rapu Ana:

  • A certificate in horticulture or ability to work to achieve this
  • Experience in Garden Maintenance or relevant industry (desirable)
  • Full Class 1 driver licence
  • Physical fitness and the ability to work on your feet.
  • A proactive and positive attitude, ready to contribute to the community.
  • A willingness to learn and be part of a strong Health & Safety culture.
  • The ability to work independently and manage your schedule effectively.
  • The legal right to work in Aotearoa, ability to pass a drug and alcohol test and willingness to consent to a Criminal Record Check
  • Ability to meet NZDF specific security requirements

Benefits | Ngā painga

  • Competitive wages reviewed annually
  • On the job skill development and promotion opportunities
  • Join a team harnessing collaboration, growth, and innovation
  • Be part of an inclusive company that values diversity

About Us | Mō Mātou

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 sustainable social, environmental and cultural outcomes while prioritising local people and businesses.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are proud members of Pride Pledge and Te Uru Tāngata Centre For Workplace Inclusion,

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively grow Te Ao Māori knowledge within our teams. If you are invited to an interview, please let us know any support you may need.

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