Permanent role - 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday Stunning large Retirement village setting in Takanini - work close to homeWork outside with a great teamExcellent employee benefits offeredAbout the role Our dedicated team at Longford Park Village in Takanini are looking for a Head Gardener to join them. This stunning village set across 11 acres of lush grounds has a great resident community and is seeking an experienced gardener to work in this 'hands on role' maintaining and developing gardens for our residents and visitors to enjoy! This is a full-time permanent role working Monday to Friday.
As a passionate gardener, the main responsibilities you will oversee include:
Establishing new planting as required to maintain standard of gardens (plants, shrubs, trees etc), making sure the right plants are put in the right area for the village to maintain ascetics, seasonal changes and future management.Managing and supervising 2 direct reportsUtilising the garden maintenance feedback to prioritise requests and maintain communication to Village Manager and residents around planned works.Putting together and actioning planned maintenance programsMaintenance of gardening equipment and ensuring it is used as per instructions and staff are trained in appropriate use of equipment.Supervise contractors landscaping and grounds work.Liaise with Village Manager to identify and purchase all items for development and maintenance of gardens and grounds.About you
This is a great role to make your own and shape the landscape at the Village. You'll be confident in your gardening abilities and able to communicate with a range of people. Other skills required include:
Previous Horticultural experience as a Gardener or Landscaper is essential, and a passion for gardening and ground maintenance.Clean full Driver's LicenseThorough knowledge of gardening and landscaping methods for this 'hands on role'Strong technical knowledgeBe physically fit as you'll need to operate garden machinery.Staff management experience would be advantageous.Ability to plan and communicate with a range of stakeholders including the Village Management and residentsAbout us Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.
Check out some of our Benefits! 3 paid wellness days per annum1 paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each yearHealth and Life Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staffAccess to our new Reward and Recognition platform which includes access to discounts and cashbacks from over 100 retailers.26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners.Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 yearsPlease note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application
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