Green by Nature (formally known as Recreational Services) is proud to be the Hastings District Council's chosen service provider, entrusted with maintaining the beauty of the region's parks, reserves, playgrounds, and public spaces.
We are now looking for a reliable individual to join our team!
About The Role Reporting to the Team Manager and working closely with other team members, you will be responsible for general garden maintenance across multiple sites in Hastings and Havelock North.
Your duties will include planting, weeding, pruning, and vegetation control, as well as maintaining bedding displays, hanging baskets, roses, borders, and shrubbery.
You will ensure all tasks are completed to the highest standards, maintaining a well-planned and timely schedule while prioritising the safety of the public, your team, and yourself.
Who We Are Looking For Ideally, we would love someone who has practical experience in gardening/horticulture; however, this is not a must.
As long as you have an awesome work ethic, with a passion for working outdoors and getting stuck in, then you would be a perfect candidate.
Other success factors include: A current, full driver's licence with the ability to drive a manual A willingness to accept responsibility and ownership of jobs whilst working as part of a wider team Knowledge of health and safety practices relevant to the job Excellent relationship building and communication skills Tons of motivation with a strong desire to get the job done 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 benefit.
You'll also receive an annual tool allowance and work phone.
About Us Since 1992, Recreational Services has been dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces across New Zealand.
With over 700 employees in 14 locations nationwide, we've been a strong force in the industry.
Our group purpose is to improve people's lives by building, caring for, and maintaining remarkable green spaces that enable us all to do more of the things we love.
We are excited to continue our journey and hope for you to join us!
In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment drug test.
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