Skilled Gardener and Machine operator Wanted at IM THE GUY Queenstown Are you passionate about gardening and creating beautiful outdoor spaces? IM THE GUY, a locally owned and operated Property maintenance company is seeking a dedicated and skilled Gardener and Machine operator to join the team, situated in the breathtaking landscapes of Queenstown, New Zealand. Our commitment to sustainable and quality property care is pivotal to become a household name in this tight nit community. With a wide variety of clients and locations, this is the perfect place to showcase your gardening skills. About the Role: As our Gardener & Machine operator, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the client's properties to the highest standard. Your key responsibilities will include: Overall Objective:
Create and maintain an environment that enhances the experience of clients.
Manage and maintain properties to the highest standard.
Implement effective disease and pest management measures.
Operate and maintain gardening equipment and tools.
Overall Responsibilities:
Effective time management for completing all allocated tasks.
Preparing soil, planting specific flora, caring for established plants.
Maintaining plants through pruning, fertilising and other.
Trimming edges and clearing weeds.
Managing the construction of garden borders and landscapes, and other basic garden features
Maintaining and caring for equipment in safe and reliable state.
Clearing and disposing of garden rubbish and waste.
Controlling unwanted plants through use of herbicides and pesticides.
Safely handling tools and equipment such as lawnmowers and diggers.
Qualifications: To succeed in this role, you should have:
Experience in handling gardening equipment: Minimum 2 year experience operating ride on mowers.
Language Skills: Must be able to speak english.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as horticultural, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to solve practical problems and address a variety of garden and general maintenance issues efficiently
Employer questions:
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
How many years' experience do you have as a gardener?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
What's your expected annual base salary?
How much notice are you required to give your current employer
Job Types: Full-time, Casual Pay: $28.00 – $31.00 per hour Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week Schedule: