About the roleOur dedicated team at Coastal Villas, based in Paraparaumu, is looking for a Gardener to join them in maintaining an attractive community environment for our residents. This might be an opportunity to get some solid experience on your CV with a well-recognised and respected employer or perhaps you're moving away from a hectic role and excited about the opportunity to work outside in a beautiful environment with great people.This role requires a motivated and reliable person with a 'can-do, will-do' attitude, who can work well in a team as well as with minimal supervision. This is a job that requires someone who is strong, fit, and who would enjoy doing a bit of everything, working predominantly in our beautiful established gardens. You will assist the gardening team with the gardening and general upkeep of the grounds.We would encourage a candidate who possesses knowledge or has experience of general gardening, spraying, weeding, and/or pruning, to apply. Enthusiastic and fit candidates with a great attitude are also encouraged to apply!This position is working 40 hours per week Monday - Friday 8 - 4:30 pm (great hours!!)Skills and experience required:Previous experience working outdoors and any experience with gardening, school grounds caretaking, landscaping, or amenity gardening would be ideal.A clean driver's license would be preferable.You will appreciate how important this position is in delivering an outstanding service to our residents, so you will have empathy for the older person.Excellent spoken English with the ability to communicate in a clear, considerate manner.An industrious, diligent approach to ensuring that the job is done to the highest standards.About usEstablished 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. Metlifecare currently operates over 35 villages located around New Zealand and employs over 2000 staff.How to applyPlease apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/homePlease note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application.
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