Gardener
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026.
At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger - to bring the best of life to our residents.
We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Gardener to join our team. You'll play an important role in maintaining and enhancing the beautiful grounds of our Palmerston North village, from caring for plants, pruning, bedding and seasonal planting, through to lawn mowing, landscaping and hedge maintenance. You'll take pride in creating and maintaining attractive outdoor spaces for our residents and visitors to enjoy.
You'll have a passion for gardening and grounds maintenance, an eye for detail, and take pride in keeping gardens and outdoor areas looking their best throughout the seasons.
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This is a permanent full-time role, and working Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.30pm.
You’ll bring your love and deep knowledge of gardening along with some proven experience to our team. You’ll have a genuine passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces and have a warm, friendly personality always happy to chat with our residents
You’ll be a team player who can also work independently, managing your time effectively. Being well-organised, efficient, and physically fit will help you thrive in this hands-on role.
At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.
Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:
- Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance (up to 75% off doctors, dentists, physio's etc).
- Paid Birthday leave.
- Discounts at a range of suppliers.
Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on the 26th of November. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!