Gardener
Join our team at St Joseph's Lifecare to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment.
St Joseph's Lifecare is Care Home with hospital care situated in Upper Hutt, Wellington, which is an exciting place to work, live and raise a family. Our team comes from all around the world and are open and welcoming to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. But we are all connected in our Heritage community by our passion for caring and empathy. Why would you want to work anywhere else?
About Us:
Heritage Lifecare is one of the leading and largest aged care providers in New Zealand, and the largest dementia provider. We are a fast growing, dynamic organisation with 42 care homes and 20 villages from Whangarei to Invercargill, with an abundance of opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a caring community and have a supporting and nurturing culture; we are whānau.
About Our Role:
- St Joseph's Lifecare, located in Beautiful Upper Hutt, Wellington
- Permanent part-time (25 hours per week)
- AM shifts
Our Gardener is responsible for maintaining lawns, gardens and outdoor areas, including mowing, edging, weed control and general garden care to an exceptional standard. We only want the best for our clients, which is why we are seeking a reliable, friendly and professional team member who takes pride in their work. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where teamwork, positive work ethic and attention to detail are highly valued.
Skills & Experience
- Previous gardening, landscaping or lawn mowing experience preferred
- Knowledge of lawn care, weed control, pruning and general garden maintenance
- Horticultural certification/experience preferred
- Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks efficiently
- Physically fit and capable of performing manual outdoor work
- Strong attention to detail with pride in maintaining high presentation standards
- Reliable, hardworking and punctual with a positive attitude
- Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills
- Experience operating gardening equipment and tools safely
- Full clean driver’s licence required
What’s in it for you:
- Work for one of the most progressive aged care companies in New Zealand.
- Competitive pay scale based on skills & experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
Join Us:
Submit an online application today by selecting the ‘Apply’ link
Heritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role.
