Gardener

• $29.66 to $31.14 per hour
• Minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed

About Us

Mercure Queenstown Resort is a wellappointed 4star property boasting breathtaking views of Lake Wakatipu and the majestic Remarkables Mountain range. Our resort features three exceptional food and beverage outlets: Rises Restaurant serves a hearty breakfast South Eatery Restaurant offers exquisite la carte cuisine and the Lounge Bar provides a selection of coffees snacks and beverages.

About the role

We are currently inviting applications for a Gardener to join our Maintenance team.  Reporting to the Chief Engineer the Gardener is responsible for maintaining the aesthetic appearance and health of plants trees lawns and gardens.  The role involves general gardening duties including planting pruning mowing and pest control while ensuring the hotel landscapes are well maintained throughout the year.  The incumbent is also responsible for the general maintenance of the building equipment and surrounding area using safe working practices to ensure that it remains a pleasant and safe environment for all guests visitors and employees. 

If you are a motivated and experienced gardener with a passion for gardening and landscaping we would love to hear from you. Key responsibilities include:

• Work operational shifts as required within the hotel.
• Planting and caring for flowers trees shrubs and lawns.
• Regular lawn mowing edging and hedge trimming.
• Pruning trees and shrubs to maintain shape and health.
• Weed control using environmentally friendly methods and appropriate chemicals when necessary.
• Soil preparation mulching and fertilizing to promote plant growth.
• Maintaining garden equipment and tools to ensure good working condition.
• Identifying and treating plant diseases and pests.
• Removing leaves debris and waste to ensure tidy gardens and outdoor areas.
• Assisting with landscaping projects and garden design improvements.
• Implementing sustainable gardening practices in line with environmental policies.
• Adhering to workplace health and safety standards at all times.
• Planning schedule and implementation of maintenance requirements of the hotel.
• Complete daily plant rounds and note for repair any equipment that may appear or sound faulty.
• Create maintenance schedules for hotel equipment.
• On completion of daily rounds sign off any relevant section of the Maintenance Schedules.
• Ensure the workshop is maintained in a safe and clean working condition.
• Plan and implement the maintenance of the mechanical stores inventory.
• Respond to maintenance requests within one hour of receipt and if there are delays promptly advise the Chief Engineer and/or the Manager on Duty.
• Maintain the maintenance software system. 
• Liaise with the Chief Engineer regarding all work in guest rooms and public areas to ensure down areas of the hotel are brought back into use as soon as possible.
• Complete and file job sheets on all work that is carried out on gardens guest rooms or operational areas of the hotel.
• Developing and implement energy and cost saving ideas.

Qualifications :

About you

• A minimum of 2 years experience in a Gardening and/or Maintenance position.
• Understanding of plant species their care requirements and seasonal needs.
• Ability to shape and maintain shrubs hedges and trees as well as knowledge of controlling pests and weeds using both chemical and organic methods. 
• Basic landscaping skills such as designing plant layouts and hardscaping (pathways fences etc.)
• Experience with watering systems and ensuring plants receive appropriate hydration.
• Familiarity with gardening tools and machines such as lawnmowers hedge trimmers etc. 
• A well organised selfdriven and passionate individual who enjoys working in a team environment.
• A problem solver who is able to remain calm under pressure. 
• Personable with welldeveloped communication skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Ability to work 5 days per week on a rotating 7 day roster including after hours weekends and public holidays.  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime