Job Description

Join our Grounds team to maintain and develop 65ha of park-like campus, caring for gardens, trees, paths, and open spaces for all to enjoy.

• Competitive superannuation, discounted gym membership & insurance
• Fantastic team environment in a beautiful park-like campus setting
• Hands-on outdoor role maintaining and enhancing 65ha of grounds

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

We are looking for someone with green fingers to assist in the care, maintenance and development of our 65 hectares of attractive, park-like campus grounds. You will have the opportunity to work in all areas of the grounds which include a variety of garden collections, trees and shrubs. You will also be responsible for the care of the hardscape, i.e. walkways and roads, along with ensuring our grounds remain litter free.

The aim is to provide an environment appropriate for the University’s activities, and passive and active recreation for students and staff. New developments and regular maintenance are carried out by a combination of Grounds staff and contractors.

Salary will be determined based on your skills, knowledge, and experience, with an additional allowance available depending on your qualifications. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week), based at our Hillcrest Campus.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You will be physically fit, well organised and enjoy working autonomously as well in a team. You will also have:

• proven and demonstrative experience in amenity horticulture
• the ability to operate and maintain grounds equipment
• experience in the maintenance of garden beds
• a full NZ driver’s license
• A horticultural industry qualification is preferred; however, this is not essential if you have the relevant experience.