Gardener (Fixed-term)

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Detail information about job Gardener (Fixed-term). Terms and conditions vacancy

We are seeking a Fixed-term full-time Gardener for our Marlborough Team to undertake regular garden maintenance duties for our residential and commercial clients.  Ideally the successful applicant will be available from early August 2018 to mid-December 2018.  This is a great opportunity to put your green fingers to work in a team that prides themselves on looking after each other and offering the best possible service to our clients.  In this role you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your skillset on a variety of diverse properties.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out a full range of garden maintenance activities
• Weed control and herbicide spraying, planting of trees and shrubs, planting and maintenance of bedding displays (to name just a few).

To be successful you will have the following skills/qualifications:

• Experience in the horticulture industry preferable but not essential
• Experience in and competence using a full range of garden maintenance equipment
• Full Class 1 drivers licence (Class 2 preferred)             
• Growsafe certificate preferred
• Can-do attitude with an eagerness to learn (essential).

This is a great opportunity for you to show off your skills with a company that’s really going places. No two days will be the same.  If you’ve got the enthusiasm, skills and energy to join our team we would love to hear from you.  

If you have any questions about the role please contact:

Jason Giblin, Contracts Manager, Recreation Marlborough

M:  027 430 2321 | E:  [email protected]

Please note that applicants must have a clean driver’s licence, NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa, and will be required to undergo pre-employment medical checks and drug screening.

To apply, please email your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]. Applications welcomed via email until Tuesday 31 July 2018.