Landscape Gardener
Auckland based
Please Quote Reference Number 13508
  • Full time, part time and contractor opportunities available
  • Competitive pay
  • Come join our friendly team!

  • Are you ready to take the lead on exciting landscaping projects and see them through from concept to completion?

    At Busy Lizzy Gardens, we design, build, and maintain high-quality outdoor spaces across Auckland. We're proud of our award-winning work and our reputation for creating peaceful, functional, and sustainable landscapes.

    We're looking for a skilled Landscaper with strong leadership ability to run sites, manage staff, and deliver top-quality results for our clients.

    What You'll Be Doing:
    • Lead and run landscaping projects from start to finish.
    • Read and interpret technical drawings and concept plans.
    • Manage staff on site, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.
    • Adapt schedules, material management, and workflows to keep projects running smoothly.
    • Solve problems on the spot - knowing when conditions mean a design needs adjusting.
    • Carry out both soft landscaping (planting, lawn care, irrigation, pruning) and hard landscaping (paving, decking, fencing, retaining walls, concreting, drainage).
    • Operate and maintain a range of landscaping equipment and tools.
    • Represent Busy Lizzy professionally with clients and ensure great customer experiences.
    What You'll Bring:
    • 4+ years' experience in landscaping (hard and soft).
    • Strong leadership skills and ability to manage small teams.
    • Level 3+ Landscape construction and Horticulture (preferred).
    • Full NZ driver's license (manual/auto) and ability to drive a digger
    • Excellent plant knowledge and practical construction skills.
    • Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with clients.
    • High physical fitness and commitment to health & safety.
    • A proactive, problem-solving mindset and eye for detail.
    Why Join Busy Lizzy Gardens?:
    • Varied and rewarding projects across Auckland.
    • Competitive pay
    • Full time, part time and contractor available.
    • Accredited Employer - visa sponsorship available for the right candidate.
    • Work/life balance in a supportive, local company culture.
    • Progression opportunities, including management pathways.
    • Great coffee, open communication, and a fun, hardworking team.
    Apply now to grow your career with an award-winning landscaping team that values craftsmanship, creativity, and people.


    Please Quote Reference Number 13508

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