Head Gardener

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At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive .
We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.
Company Description Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida
At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive .
We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.
Job Description Mo te turanga | About the Role
The Head Gardener is responsible for the maintenance and development of all gardens, lawns, and landscaping within our community, in accordance with an existing framework and schedule. We run natural, non-toxic systems in our villages providing the best outcomes for our residents.
You will be leading a team of two full-time gardeners. We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and experienced gardener looking for their next big property to manage.
The ideal candidate will have Level 4 Horticulture, an eye for design, extensive knowledge of plants and their habits, an interest in organics and sustainability, and confidence to manage and develop a small team.
Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm.
Qualifications To tatou kaitono pai | Our ideal candidate must have
Minimum of 2 years in a similar role or 5 years of horticultural experience
Level 4 Horticulture qualification
Strong understanding of habitats, plants, and growth patterns
Demonstrated competence in a similar role and ability to manage a small team
Highly motivated, flexible, and able to take initiative
NZ Drivers License for Village Vehicles including a manual small truck
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
Committed to safe work practices
The ability to focus attention on our residents' needs while remaining calm and courteous
Additional Information He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we can offer
A competitive market rate salary
A chemical-free work environment
Full uniform and PPE supplied
An engaging and positive work environment
An experienced and supportive culture with a dedicated village team
If you are looking for a rewarding position that makes a significant difference, please, we'd love to hear from you
Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining what you'll bring to the role and your fit to Arvida.
Our purpose is to help New Zealanders live a truly fulfilling life as they age.
With 35 retirement communities across the country, we make it easy for New Zealanders to live life by their own rules. We ensure our residents are free to be themselves and have meaningful connections to the people, community, and activities they love.
For our people who work at Arvida, this means putting people first and finding better ways to do things. The Arvida team put their heart and soul into the wellbeing of our residents - we call this commitment the 'Attitude of Living Well'. We bring this to life through the five pillars of living well – eating, moving, resting, thinking, and engaging well.

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