About the role | Ko te kaupapa  

This role leads our gardening teams to deliver high quality grounds maintenance services, requiring a calm, organised, and genuinely hands on style of leadership. You’ll set the tone each day by planning the work, setting clear expectations, and making sure the team has what they need to get the job done properly. Strong, steady leadership is essential, guiding people through challenges, keeping standards high, holding the line on safety, and communicating openly with both your crews and our clients. You’ll oversee scheduling, equipment, materials, and subcontractors, keep accurate records and timesheets, and step in where needed to support, train, and grow your teams so the work is consistent, efficient, and delivered to the standard CORDE is known for.

In addition, you’ll manage equipment, materials, and subcontractors, maintain accurate records and timesheets, and communicate with clients to resolve issues promptly. Supporting team development through training and mentoring is a key part of the role, along with promoting health and safety.

What you'll bring | Ko ngā pukenga ōu  

• Full Class 1 Driver Licence (essential)
• NZQA Certificate in Horticulture Level 4 (desirable)
• WTR endorsements, Grow Safe Certificate, STMS CAT A & B (desirable)
• Strong verbal and written communication with diverse stakeholders 
• Ability to work independently, manage time, and meet deadlines
• Proven leadership in team management and contract delivery

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai  

• Birthday leave after 1 year, retail discounts and a great working culture! 
• Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones 
• Career opportunities through training & development 
• Varied and interesting work everyday
• An innovated company and diverse projects

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol test prior to employment. 

Our values | Ngā Uaratanga

Trustworthy | Whakawhirinaki – People You Can Rely On
Teamwork | Mahi Tahi – People Who Work Together
Guardianship | Kaitiakitanga – People Who Protect Our Place

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

To apply, click on the 'Apply Now' link. Or email your CV and Cover Letter to recruit@corde.nz.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Please note that as this role is advertised over the holiday period, we will be reviewing applications in the new year and will respond  from 12 January 2026.

Note: CORDE Ltd will not consider unsolicited applications or contact from recruitment agencies for this vacancy. If recruitment support is needed, we will reach out to our trusted agencies.