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Labourer

JOB TITLE :

Labourer


REPORTS TO:

Head Gardener and Head Landscaper


Please email your CV and a bit about yourself to info@timsgarden.co.nz

                                                                    


POSITION DESCRIPTION:

  • To assist with gardening and landscaping jobs as assigned 

  • Assist in landscape construction projects as per agreed design 

  • Deliver gardening projects in accordance with clients’ expectations


Main tasks Core objectives include: 

  • Assist with all landscaping construction projects

  • Follow health and safety procedures and policies at all times

  • Deliver high standards in every element of garden transformations

  • Report any vehicle, tool, machinery issues to Manager


The above list is not exhaustive and the role may change to meet the overall 

objectives of the company.


Other Duties

  • Deal with pest problems that could damage plants

  • Keep assigned vehicle in good working, clean order

  • Shop and yard tidy ups as required


Required qualities

  • Professional approach.

  • Ability to work under pressure.

  • Organisational and time management skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail.


Desired competencies

  • Initiative.

  • Tenacity.

  • Positive approach to change.


PERSON SPECIFICATION


Qualifications 

  • Primary ITO - Apprenticeship


Experience 

  • Experience as a Landscaper / Gardener


Knowledge

  • Horticultural knowledge – local pests, native plants, fertilizers, soil building

(And/or)

  • Landscaping knowledge – construction materials, tools, methods.

  • Health and safety regulations for landscaping 


Skills &competencies

Customer service focused: committed to providing exceptional customer service across all channels – written, phone and face to face.



  • Communication: the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, varying communication style depending upon the audience.

  • Attention to detail: excellent attention to detail and written skills when communicating with others, both internally and externally.

  • Time management/organisation: accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given and carry out administrative duties within portfolio in an efficient and timely manner.


Personal attributes 

  • The ability to lift heavy objects 

  • The ability to remain on your feet for long periods of time 

  • Confident manner 

  • Positive approach to change 

  • Honest and loyal


Other 

  • Clean NZ driver's licence (essential) and can control a trailer.


This job description serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not 

intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform other job-related

tasks requested by management and as necessitated by the development of this role and the 

development of the business.


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