Overview

Tarora is a remote private estate in the beautiful Fiordland region, close to the township of Te Anau.  We are a truly stunning property with a number of exciting construction and development projects planned in Summer / Autumn 2024.

We are actively seeking Landscape Gardener to join our team, support to our onsite teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Select appropriate materials, plants, and equipment to execute the landscape plans.
• Schedule and coordinate landscape construction activities to meet project timelines.
• Set out and install hardscape and softscape structures, including gravel and paved areas, walls, fences, trellises, pergolas, ponds, and garden furniture.
• Prepare seedbeds and growing sites, including propagation areas.
• Plant and transplant trees, bushes, hedges, flowers, and bulbs.
• Prepare lawn areas by spreading topsoil and planting grass.

Requirements

• Any level of experience is welcomed.
• Knowledge of plants, materials, garden maintenance, plant care, and landscaping equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Work according to safety standards and adhere to best practices.
• Efficiently manage time and work under pressure to meet project deadlines.
• Capability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively within a team.

Benefits

• Full-time, permanent positions may be available for the right candidate(s).
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Lively, energetic and dynamic team.
• Multiple positions available.
• Work in NZ’s most beautiful natural surroundings.

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