Groundsperson / Gardener - Manaaki Whenua

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Science New Zealand Full time
We are seeking a Groundsperson/Gardener to provide garden and grounds maintenance services at our Lincoln site.

This full-time permanent position would suit someone who with a background in gardening and grounds services. This is a hands-on role that requires someone able to work independently and proactively.

About the opportunity
The purpose of this role is to assist with the general maintenance and smooth running of the Lincoln site. You will work with the Facilities team to enhance the appearance and operation of the site.

You will liaise with stakeholders to ensure their needs are met as well as interact with others in the Facilities team on a day-to-day basis.

The primary accountabilities for this role include lawn care, weeding and mulching, trimming, planting, watering and hard landscape maintenance.

About you


To succeed in this physical hands-on role, you should be passionate about gardening, and take great pride in presenting well maintained outdoor spaces for our staff, visitors and stakeholders.

A self starter, you should be able to work both unsupervised and as part of a team.

Practical maintenance skills to support the use of equipment associated with this role and a basic level of computer literacy are also required.


You will need to be an organised person with good interpersonal skills, a great attitude to work, and the ability to complete work in a prompt and safe manner.


Previous experience working in a commercial environment, as well as a general understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 is highly desirable.


_ What we offer_


As an employee of Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research, you will enjoy generous employee benefits, such as a competitive remuneration package, additional leave, life cover and income maintenance, a 37.5 hour working week with some flexibility of working hours, as well as enhanced contributions to retirement savings.

Please note applicants will need to have the right to work in NZ to be considered for the role.

Job Details

  • Crown research institute
Manaaki Whenua- Reference #
Posted on
10 Jan 2023- Closes on

30 Jan :00- Location(s)

Christchurch- Expertise
Asset & Facilities Management- Job level(s)
Other- Work type(s)
Permanent- More details (document)
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