Location: Hamilton City Employment Type: Permanent Applications Close: 25 October 2024 Are you Hamilton City Council's next Street Landscapes Gardener? We're looking for a Qualified Gardener for our Street Landscapes team. If you think it could be you, let's talk. For this role, you must have: The minimum of a New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Services (Level 3) Amenity or similar qualification A Grow Safe qualification would be advantageous Experience with Traffic management set ups and compliance along with the Traffic controller/ STMS qualification Current Full New Zealand Driver License Experience in the preparation and application of agrichemicals Knowledge and experience of the use and maintenance of general tools, plant and equipment Good understanding and experience to identify and control plant pests and diseases Good communication skills A solid work ethic and a willingness to work in all weathers An understanding of Health and Safety requirements working in this industry Good knowledge of amenity plants What's in it for me? You get to unleash your inner plant nerd Your energy and enthusiasm for learning will be encouraged The satisfaction of a hard day's work outside, adding to your already great physical fitness Free private medical insurance for you that covers pre-existing conditions and discounted policies for your family members Two additional paid leave days to make sure you are looking after your wellbeing What's the hourly rate? The role starts at $27.80 per hour but could be negotiated depending on experience and qualifications. Will I be a good fit? If you can be a great role model for our trainees/apprentices, helping them with their learning If you show up with your positive attitude and want to add to the harmony and cooperation of the team If you're eager to achieve results YES, you'll fit right in! What does a day in this job look like? Daily maintenance of street landscapes Supporting gardening activities across the city Assist the wider team at times This job is for you if you are: Open and honest – you have a good understanding of yourself and others around you and able to give and take feedback Someone who places great importance on maintaining their work relationships Versatile – able to fill in when other staff are away in the wider team and fill in for their Leading Hand at times Adaptive in thinking – able to adjust parks maintenance schedules accordingly Focused to detail and anticipate problems - has a flair for garden landscaping and is creative and confident in enhancing established gardens A great manager of time who is action-oriented, steady and reliable (It's also for you if you don't meet EVERY one of these points. These are our nice-to-haves, not our must-haves!) How to apply: View the Position Description Click apply Do the thing Note that we'll be shortlisting as we receive applications – so don't muck around! As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to positively influence the lives of the community so that Hamilton's full potential can be unlocked making it the best place to be. It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met. This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact. #J-18808-Ljbffr