Do you enjoy working outdoors? Would you like to be a part of the team who makes a difference to the greenspaces of Tauranga? Then we want you!
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki konei | Why you will enjoy working here
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
$500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
A free pie and hot drink at Z station each month!
Have a look at our other great benefits here!
Te kowhiringa | The Opportunity
The Downer Greenspaces team have a reputation built through having great people, access to first class plant and equipment along with leading edge technology that allow us to deliver to the highest standards across New Zealand. Our teams are professional, focused on delivery of best practice on Parks Maintenance/Horticulture services to our clients and the members of the public.
We are now looking for keen, experienced and / or qualified Gardener/Horticulturist to join our expanding team. As a Gardener/Horticulturist, you will:
Undertake gardening/horticulturist work within the parks and reserves sector
Ensure that high quality, timely and planned maintenance is delivered at all times
You will also ensure a high level of safety is adhered to in order to protect the public, other team members, and yourself.
Horticulture qualifications or relevant industry experience
Plant and pest weed identification an advantage
Minimum Full Class 1 Drivers Licence - Class 2 is preferable
Great honest work ethic, with reliability and a willingness to learn and share knowledge
Self-motivated, energetic, proactive and results-orientated
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!
Me pehea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! Please have your resume and cover letter ready before starting the applicaiton as it will not allow you to save half way. The reference number for this role is 600201.
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
More than 10,000 employees
Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Driven by our purpose to enable communities to thrive, we deliver essential infrastructure services that improve the lives of millions of people every day and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
Downer is one of Australia and New Zealand's largest employers, with 31,000 people who are united by a high-performance culture, called 'The Downer Difference'. Our teams operate in sectors that are closely connected to population growth, urbanisation, national security, and decarbonisation – including roads, rail, ports and airports, power, gas, water, telecommunications, health, education and defence.
Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Driven by our purpose to enable communities to thrive, we deliver essential infrastructure services that improve the lives of millions of people every day and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
Downer is one of Australia and New Zealand's largest employers, with 31,000 people who are united by a high-performance culture, called 'The Downer Difference'. Our teams operate in sectors that are closely connected to population growth, urbanisation, national security, and decarbonisation – including roads, rail, ports and airports, power, gas, water, telecommunications, health, education and defence.
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