Gardener

Role overview

Heritage Lifecare is looking for a part-time Gardener to join St Joseph's Lifecare in Upper Hutt, Wellington. This is a permanent 25-hour-per-week position with AM shifts, based at a care home with hospital-level care. The role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work and takes pride in keeping grounds neat, safe, and well presented.

About the organisation

Heritage Lifecare is among New Zealand's largest and most established aged care providers, and it is the country's largest dementia care provider. The organisation operates 42 care homes and 20 villages across New Zealand, from Whangarei to Invercargill. It describes its culture as caring, supportive, nurturing, and community-focused, with a strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, empathy, and teamwork.

Key duties

The gardener will be responsible for looking after lawns, gardens, and surrounding outdoor spaces to a high standard. The work includes mowing, edging, controlling weeds, and carrying out general garden maintenance. The employer is seeking someone dependable, approachable, professional, and committed to delivering quality presentation.

Experience and skills

Applicants should ideally have experience in gardening, landscaping, or lawn mowing. Practical knowledge of lawn care, weed management, pruning, and routine garden upkeep is preferred. A horticultural qualification or equivalent hands-on experience is an advantage. The job also requires the ability to work alone, organise daily work effectively, handle physical outdoor tasks, and use gardening tools and equipment safely. Strong attention to detail, initiative, problem-solving ability, good communication, and a reliable, punctual attitude are important. A full clean driver's licence is required.

Benefits

This role offers the chance to work with one of New Zealand's leading aged care organisations. The package includes a competitive pay rate aligned to experience and skill level, plus opportunities for growth, training, and career development. You will also be part of a supportive team environment where your work contributes meaningfully to residents' wellbeing.

Additional information

Applications close on 25 July 2026. The role is based in Wellington, Upper Hutt City. Applications may be reviewed as they are received, and interviews could be scheduled before the closing date. Candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand, as visa support may not be available for this position. Heritage Lifecare states that it values diversity and inclusion and operates in line with Te Tiriti o Waitangi.