Gardener

An exciting opportunity have arisen to join our dedicated team as a Permanent Full Time Gardener at Palms Lifecare, Pukekohe, Auckland.

We are Heritage

At Heritage Lifecare, we provide residential aged care services and facilities throughout New Zealand to over 2,500 people.  As a trusted aged care provider, our successful growth has stemmed from the ability to nurture and grow environments that feel like home – promoting inclusion, interaction and strong community values. Respecting individuals, both residents and staff, is the foundation stone on which Heritage Lifecare has been built.

Why work anywhere else

Palms Lifecare is a modern 119-bed care home and hospital with a 36-unit village, located in the country town of Pukekohe. You can escape the city whilst only being 35 minutes from Auckland – making it an exciting place to work and live. Have a great pace of life, with beautiful nearby beaches, few traffic woes, affordable housing, and many great amenities - including cafes and schools. Why would you want to work anywhere else?

 The Opportunity

Our Gardeners are responsible for maintenance and mowing of the grassed areas, edging treatment and weed control.  Properties are to be maintained for our residents at Palms Lifecare. We only want the best for our clients, which is why we are seeking a reliable, helpful professional. This is an opportunity to work in an environment where we value career pathways and positive work ethics.

Applicants must have the following:

• Must have a clean drivers licence, have own vehicle and willing to travel between two sites
• Be available for AM and PM shifts  
• Be able to pass a police check 
• Previous gardening experience is preferred
• Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

If you want to work for one of New Zealand’s largest and most progressive aged care employers, we would like to hear from you.

We review applications once received. Hence, interviews could take place before the closing date of this advertisement. If this role appeals to you, we would like to hear from you as soon as possible to increase your chance of an interview.