Gardener, Kaimahi māra
Also known as
- Maintenance gardener, garden caretaker, garden labourer, lead gardener
Gardeners maintain and develop outdoor properties, gardens, lawns and parks.
Duration
01:37 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $34
Most common
$43
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-3 years
Gardeners
- usually work regular business hours but may work weekends
- usually work outdoors in gardens and may travel locally
- may work in all weather conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be responsible, accurate and safety conscious
Tasks
- maintain gardens and outdoor areas
- plant, grow and maintain trees and plants
- water and fertilise plants and trees
- use gardening tools and equipment
- maintain garden paths and planted areas
- support plants using stakes, netting and fences
- identify and control plant pests and diseases
- maintain gardening tools and equipment
- remove garden waste
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need experience to become a gardener and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Services (Level 4)
- a Growsafe or Certified Handler Compliance certificate
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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