Gardener and groundskeeper, Kaitiaki kāri, papa whenua hoki
Also known as
- Gardener, groundskeeper, groundsperson, landscaper, greenkeeper, race course groundsperson
Gardeners and groundskeepers maintain and develop outdoor properties, gardens, lawns and parks.
Duration
01:37 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $33
Most common
$41
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Gardeners and groundskeepers
- usually work regular business hours but may work weekends
- usually work outdoors in gardens and parks 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
- do landscaping and basic construction work
- protect and support trees using wood or metal
- use gardening tools and equipment
- drive trucks and other vehicles to sites
- water lawns, trees and plants
- install fences and barriers
- use chemicals to protect plants
- remove rubbish from sites
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need experience to become a gardener and groundskeeper and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3)
- to do an apprenticeship and get a New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Levels 3 and 4) in Amenity (parks and gardens) or Landscape
- 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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