Plant whisperer needed Be our Gardener creating botanical wonders in every garden John Flynn Retirement Village in Burwood East has an opportunity for you. Variety is key at Ryman - maintain an array of residential areas Unlock your full potential in an environment that values your expertise Be a part of a company that's changing lives and communities About Ryman At Ryman, we believe the measure of a full life is one that gets richer with age. Ryman has grown to become the largest retirement village operator in New Zealand. We own and operate 48 villages in New Zealand and Australia. We have 14 new villages under construction and 9 additional sites in our landbank. We employ more than 7,600 team members. Being the developer, designer, builder, and operator means we will continue to challenge the status quo and adapt to better serve our residents and team members. Our trailblazing spirit can be felt in every Ryman experience, so if you like the sound of this, then read on. About the Role We have an exciting opportunity to join our supportive team as a Gardener. This is a permanent part time position working Thursday and Friday, 0800-1600. At Ryman our gardens are always blooming and offer tranquility for our residents, staff and guests to enjoy We hire skilled Gardeners to care for our grounds to ensure our flowers continue to flourish and our gardens are sustainable for years to come. The difference at Ryman is the variety that comes with a Gardener role, with a bowling green, water features, residential and shared areas to maintain - no two days are the same. In this role you will: Work in a team focused on maintaining our beautiful gardens in our resort style setting for our residents, their families and our staff to enjoy Service the grounds and gardens to ensure a great appearance and ensure safety of all the grounds area Enjoy lots of variety with a bowling green, water features, residential and shared areas About You To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have: Previous experience in a Gardener/Landscaper role Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail Outstanding communication skills A reliable, friendly and professional manner Horticultural qualifications preferred Ryman perks: Work in a facility that operates more like a family business. We are well resourced and have great care ratios Fun, friendly and supportive team environment Monthly employee recognition Receive a complementary designer uniform Opportunities for professional development and career progression Receive a Ryman Team Benefits card with discounts from 45 well-known brands At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions. If you're our KIND of person we'd love to hear from you 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.