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.
01:37 mins
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$53K to $66K
Most common
$83K
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
- Dispose of rubbish or waste materials.
- Operate grounds maintenance equipment.
- Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.
- Irrigate lawns, trees, or plants.
- Trim trees or other vegetation.
- Prepare chemicals for work application.
- Treat greenery or surfaces with protective substances.
- Remove snow.
- Maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Clean facilities or sites.
You 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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