Grounds Worker

At Green by Nature, we’re more than just a greenspace maintenance team — we’re dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of West Auckland and its surrounding areas. As a proud partner of the Auckland District Council, we take care of parks, playgrounds, gardens, infrastructure, and public spaces, helping to make Auckland an even better place to live and visit.

To continue delivering on this commitment, we’re looking for a dedicated Grounds Worker to join our Auckland Horticulture team!

The Role

Our Grounds Workers are versatile and skilled professionals who handle a wide range of tasks. From planting to weed eating, our Grounds Workers do it all! Here's a glimpse of what your day-to-day activities might include:

🌿 Maintaining both soft and hard landscaping areas

🌿 Pruning, planting, flax cutting and general garden care

🌿 Hedge trimming and weed eating

🌿 Spraying herbicides and manually removing weeds

What Are We Looking For?

While practical experience in horticulture is ideal, it's not a must. If you have a great work ethic and a passion for working outdoors, you could be the perfect fit! Here are some qualities we value:

🌿 A current, full Class 1 driver’s licence with the ability to drive a manual

🌿 A good level of fitness, as the role can be physically demanding

🌿 A team player with a positive attitude who naturally helps out teammates

🌿 Excellent relationship-building and communication skills

🌿 High motivation and a strong desire to get the job done

🌿 The ability to use a smartphone and other technology is advantageous

What We Can Offer You

As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with other professionals, gain further knowledge and experience, and develop your career in horticulture. We offer regular work hours, a performance-based salary that is reviewed annually, and a $300 wellness benefits. You'll also receive a work phone that is permitted for personal use.

If you’re ready to take start your career in horticulture and contribute to our mission of creating and maintaining remarkable green spaces, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join us in making a positive impact on Auckland’s outdoor spaces.

🚨 In accordance with our Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.