Christchurch City Council
Horticultural Trainee
Christchurch City Council, Central City, Kentucky, United States, 42330
As a Horticultural trainee you will undertake a three year training programme which will set you up for a career in Horticulture. This is a great way to learn on the job and gain a qualification.
The horticulture trainee position is designed to support senior Horticultural staff within our Parks Botanic Gardens team, whilst supporting you to gain essential skills and practical experience in amenity horticulture. With your hard work and dedication you will finish with your national certificate in Horticure (Level 4), ready for the next step as a horticulture professional.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei You can expect to:
Maintain plant collections (you will learn from our senior staff and implement your new skills)
Support the maintenance of our parks and gardens
Commit to studying the horticultural industry to gain your level 4 qualification
Practice health and safety at works as outlined by our CCC staff
Requirements for the successful applicant:
Have a certificate in horticulture (Level 2)
Must hold a full, current and valid NZ driver's licence
Two work-related referees
You will be required to gain a police certificate and a physical medical examination
If you're ready to take the next step in your horticultural career, apply today with an up-to-date CV.
What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements - option to purchase extra leave.
Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.
At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building(cid) a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.
We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us atjobs@ccc.govt.nz
Hours of work - Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Position -Full time, Fixed Term for 3 years
Location- This position is primarily based at the Botanic Gardens
Salary-This role is paid at the current NZiciente living wage, $28.97 per hour
Closing Date - 26/01/2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Central City
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Post date:
14 Jan 2026 |
Close date:
01 Feb 2026 23:55 |
Expertise:
Planning, Policy |
Work Type:
Permanent, Full-time
Aranui, Banks Peninsula, Beckenham, Bishopdale, Central City, Fendalton, Halswell, Hornby, Linwood, Lyttelton, New Brighton, Papanui, Parklands, Redwood, Riccarton, Shirley, Spreydon, Sumner, Sumner Library
|
Post date:
14 Jan 2026 |
Close date:
25 Jan 2026 23:00 |
Expertise:
Customer Service, Libraries |
Work Type:
Permanent, Full-time, Permanent, Part-time, Fixed Term, Full-time, Fixed Term, Part-time
Where it's possible to love what you do.
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The horticulture trainee position is designed to support senior Horticultural staff within our Parks Botanic Gardens team, whilst supporting you to gain essential skills and practical experience in amenity horticulture. With your hard work and dedication you will finish with your national certificate in Horticure (Level 4), ready for the next step as a horticulture professional.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei You can expect to:
Maintain plant collections (you will learn from our senior staff and implement your new skills)
Support the maintenance of our parks and gardens
Commit to studying the horticultural industry to gain your level 4 qualification
Practice health and safety at works as outlined by our CCC staff
Requirements for the successful applicant:
Have a certificate in horticulture (Level 2)
Must hold a full, current and valid NZ driver's licence
Two work-related referees
You will be required to gain a police certificate and a physical medical examination
If you're ready to take the next step in your horticultural career, apply today with an up-to-date CV.
What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements - option to purchase extra leave.
Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.
At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building(cid) a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.
We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us atjobs@ccc.govt.nz
Hours of work - Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Position -Full time, Fixed Term for 3 years
Location- This position is primarily based at the Botanic Gardens
Salary-This role is paid at the current NZiciente living wage, $28.97 per hour
Closing Date - 26/01/2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Central City
|
Post date:
14 Jan 2026 |
Close date:
01 Feb 2026 23:55 |
Expertise:
Planning, Policy |
Work Type:
Permanent, Full-time
Aranui, Banks Peninsula, Beckenham, Bishopdale, Central City, Fendalton, Halswell, Hornby, Linwood, Lyttelton, New Brighton, Papanui, Parklands, Redwood, Riccarton, Shirley, Spreydon, Sumner, Sumner Library
|
Post date:
14 Jan 2026 |
Close date:
25 Jan 2026 23:00 |
Expertise:
Customer Service, Libraries |
Work Type:
Permanent, Full-time, Permanent, Part-time, Fixed Term, Full-time, Fixed Term, Part-time
Where it's possible to love what you do.
#J-18808-Ljbffr