Head Gardener

Summerset

New Plymouth, New Zealand
On-site
Maintain high-quality gardens and landscapes
Lead and supervise garden staff and contractors
Manage irrigation upkeep and tool maintenance
Summerset is seeking a dedicated Head Gardener for its New Plymouth village, focused on maintaining and enhancing outdoor spaces with passion and care. The ideal candidate should possess horticultural experience, strong organizational skills, and a genuine love for creating beautiful environments while fostering community relationships

Job Summary

  • You will report to the Property Manager and work alongside a Gardener to maintain and enhance outdoor spaces in the New Plymouth village.
  • The role involves leading and supervising garden staff while ensuring consistently high horticultural standards across all green spaces.
  • Summerset offers excellent benefits including Southern Cross Health Essentials, birthday leave, and provided uniforms.

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Summerset is seeking a dedicated Head Gardener for its New Plymouth village, focused on maintaining and enhancing outdoor spaces with passion and care. The ideal candidate should possess horticultural experience, strong organizational skills, and a genuine love for creating beautiful environments while fostering community relationships.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintain high-quality gardens and landscapes
  • Lead and supervise garden staff and contractors
  • Manage irrigation upkeep and tool maintenance
  • Ensure seasonal and long-term planning

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces
  • Warm and respectful approach to people
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Good level of physical fitness

Key Requirements

  • National certificate in horticulture (amenity) Level 4 or above
  • Current Growsafe (standard) certificate
  • Experience in gardening or landscaping

Work Rights

Not specified

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