Horticulturist / Experienced Gardener

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

Property Services have an opportunity for an horticulturist or experienced gardener to join their team.  The main purpose of this role is to undertake development and maintenance based on the annual maintenance plan of the landscaped gardens, recreational grounds, rare plant collections and other external horticultural areas to provide a welcoming and pleasant environment for staff, students, and visitors to the University.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), permanent opportunity.

The salary range will be discussed upon interview, dependent on skills and experience.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have a National Certificate Level 3 or above in Horticulture.
• Be Grow-safe accredited.
• Have Horticultural and chemical handling certification/registration.
• Have 1-year full time Commercial or Parks Garden maintenance experience.
• Have sound knowledge of plant species and appropriate care.
• Have good communication skills.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

We offer you more than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world-class educational institution.

We proudly provide an environment that will enable you and rewards hard work. We provide benefits and support throughout your career to help you develop and grow.

We are committed to providing a supportive working environment through:

• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks of annual leave. With the option to buy and sell additional leave.
• Flexible employment practices. Including partial working from home and adaptive working hours.
• A generous and inclusive parental leave policy.

In addition, we offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, on-site childcare options, leisure and recreation facilities, and a number of other discounted products and services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Hear more about making Worlds of Difference in your career at the University, our partnership with Māori, our Te Ao Māori principles, our impact, our staff and life in Auckland on our careers website

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Sunday 15th June to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz