These roles sit within the Destination Group which includes the Waikato Museum, Te Kaaroro Nature Precinct, Hamilton Gardens, H3 Venues (Claudelands, FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park).

All our functions within the group have a clear role to play in promoting Kirikiriroa Hamilton as a great place to live or visit. Through our work, we strive to ensure the city has a thriving event scene and world-class destinations, bringing economic, cultural and social benefits to our city. ​We align to one of Council's main priorities – a fun city with lots to do!

To find out more about Hamilton Gardens, click here.

He angituutanga: The opportunity 

As part of our Hamilton Gardens Operations team, you'll assist in maintaining the grounds at the world renowned Hamilton Gardens to their high standards.

During your time working with the team your focus and area of work will be the prestigious rose garden, one of our most popular gardens attracting huge visitor numbers. Your main responsibility will be dead-heading and maintenance of the roses. 

We have two fixed term positions available, working a 40 hours per week for 12 weeks, starting 7 December 2026. 

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

Along with a full drivers licence applicants will have horticultural knowledge and experience, good communication and great customer service skills will also be required. 

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary?

The hourly rate for this job is $29.90. 

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer 

• Opportunities for professional development.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now! 

• View the position description.
• Click apply
• ​Complete your application.

Applications close on the: 8 November 2026

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. This role is Safety Sensitive so a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test will be required. View more information about these checks and our commitment to the Privacy act here by clicking here

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings. 

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.