Job Description 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 Pkenga 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 | Ng huatanga kei a mtou 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 Mori , our Te Ao Mori principles, our impact, our staff and life in Auckland on our careers website.