Landscape & Asset Maintenance Technician

• Focus on maintaining and enhancing the Auckland Botanic Gardens’ outdoor spaces
• Use transferable skills from industries like construction, farming, or property maintenance
• Help create a safe, welcoming, and inspiring space for all visitors

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

We’re looking for a practical, hands-on individual to join our team in a permanent Landscape and Asset Maintenance Technician role at the Auckland Botanic Gardens.

This is more than just a gardening job — it’s a chance to be the go-to handyman and all-rounder who helps keep our grounds, assets, and infrastructure in top shape. From fixing fences and maintaining pathways to supporting seasonal planting and general upkeep, your work will directly contribute to the smooth running and visual appeal of one of Auckland’s most loved public spaces.

You can find the position description here

This role has a remuneration range of $65,000 - $73,000 depending on experience and skillset.

Te hiranga o tēnei mahi: Why this role matters

This role plays a vital part in maintaining the beauty, safety, and functionality of Auckland Botanic Gardens. By caring for green assets and supporting the horticultural team, you help ensure that the gardens remain a welcoming and inspiring space for all visitors. Your contribution directly supports the preservation of plant collections, enhances the visitor experience, and upholds the high standards expected of one of Auckland’s most treasured public spaces.

Ngā kawenga matua: Key responsibilities

In this role, you’ll contribute to the effective management of green assets by capturing and entering field data for asset condition grading and supporting curators and gardeners in maintaining key plant collections. You may also occasionally supervise apprentices and volunteers, helping foster a collaborative and skilled team environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carry out maintenance programmes for green space assets including paths, edging, seating, retaining walls, fencing, and graffiti removal.
• Maintain lawns using equipment such as Toro and Walker mowers.
• Operate and maintain tools and machinery for mowing, edging, litter control, and general grounds upkeep.
• Maintain the track network across the gardens.
• Undertake pest control activities including possum trapping and rat bait station management.
• Apply agricultural chemicals safely and effectively as required.

He kōrero mōu: About you

You’re physically active and enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions. Comfortable with manual tasks, you bring a genuine interest in landscape and asset maintenance, along with a willingness to learn and grow in the role.

Your strong communication and teamwork skills help you thrive in a collaborative environment, and you’re confident engaging with visitors when needed. You’re also available to work weekends and public holidays as part of a roster system, with appropriate notice provided.

We are looking for:

• A minimum of 3–5 years of practical experience in hard landscaping, green asset maintenance, or related fields such as construction, property development, or farming
• Experience in open space mowing; tractor operation is preferred
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with field data collection apps
• A full and valid New Zealand Driver’s Licence
• Growsafe certification is desirable (training can be provided if needed)

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits. 

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: Monday 24th November at 12am NZDT

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis as they come in so, please apply today to avoid disappointment!

If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

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As a part of Auckland Council drug and alcohol policy pre-employment checks, you will be subject to drug, alcohol and police screening.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
 
Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.