Gardener - Queenstown (QLDC)

Lakes District Council is at the very heart of a dynamic community. Our services are essential to the people in our region and include infrastructure development, community recreational facilities and planning, building and other regulatory services.

We’re proud to be QLDC, and in response to the growth the district has experienced over recent years, QLDC has itself experienced substantial growth. We genuinely believe in developing our people and providing them with all the tools and opportunities needed to succeed.

About the role:
You will be required to carry out the maintenance of amenity gardens in Queenstown, Arrowtown and other QLDC sites, including Queenstown Gardens. You will use a wide variety of horticultural skills and will assist in all aspects of garden maintenance.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Ensuring Wakatipu Garden areas, including the Queenstown Gardens, are maintained to a high standard using horticultural best practices.
• Maintaining our shrub, flower, rose, annual bed and other garden areas to industry standard.
• Assisting with new garden planting and enhancement.
• Assisting with maintenance of irrigation ensuring optimal performance
• Complying with and supporting QLDC health and safety policies and procedures and actively participating in health and safety activities as appropriate.

What you'll bring:
You’ll have a minimum Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture (or equivalent) or 2+ years’ experience in amenity horticulture, with a Class 1 NZ driver’s licence (essential). You’ll be a team player with great communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.

It would be desirable to have:

• A current first aid certificate
• W Endorsement Licence
• Growsafe certification
• Class 2 drivers licence 
• The ability to drive a manual vehicle

To apply, please follow the link and apply online with your CV and Cover Letter. Please direct any questions to our People & Capability team at [email protected]

Applications close: Wednesday 9th July 2025.

Please note we will review applicants as they come through; we encourage you to be an early applicant.