Gisborne District Council Hiring for Gardener Job at Gisborne Full Time

Businesses talk about Culture – We live it.

Here at Gisborne District Council, we pull our values from the community we serve. It makes sense then that we are enthusiastic about culture in our workplace. Family and inclusivity are deep seated in our culture. We work hard together to make our people proud and our whanau are why we are so passionate about what we do for the community here at Gisborne District Council.

We have a unique/fantastic opportunity for a Gardener to join our Amenity and Horticulture team and help shape the future of our region. You will be well supported by a team that prides ourselves on nurturing an inclusive workspace that embraces innovation and creativity, so bring your passion and leading-edge ideas to Gisborne District Council.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold a full drivers licence and be able to drive manual vehicles
• Be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Be able to work as part of a team and independently when required
• Be able to work on the road corridor

You will gain experience in:

• Garden maintenance
• Traffic management
• Health and Safety protocols and practices

Who we are:

Gisborne District Council is the local government, both district and regional authority for Tairawhiti, New Zealand. We are the proud winners of the 2019 LGNZ Excellence Awards, for our work to grow and promote the well-being of our community and people. With more and more people choosing Tairāwhiti for its lifestyle, environment and culture, it’s an exciting time to be joining our thriving and diverse region. At Gisborne District Council, we see you as more than a cog in the wheel; you are a valued voice for your whanau and community.

• Bring your whole self to work: we celebrate this and all it means.
• Represent our diverse community and be the guardian of our rich heritage.
• Have a hand in our legacy for Tairāwhiti’s Tāngata and lead the region now and into the future.

Gisborne District Council is the place to make change, so be part of shaping our future today!

Job Description

For further information please contact Oriana Rojas or Maria Ballester.

Applications close: 10AM Friday 11 March 2022.

**It is important for applicants to know that Gisborne District Council has a Vaccination Policy that requires all employees of Gisborne District Council to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19. This policy is inherent to ensuring the health and safety of our staff, customers and community. As such, please note this role will need to be completed by a fully vaccinated individual.