The role

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Team Leader Landscaper

Alexandra, New Zealand

Reference: 6860627

  • Work in the outdoors in stunning Central Otago
  • Know you are contributing to your community
  • Work with colleagues who, like you, want to deliver exceptional standards of work.

We're currently looking for a special someone who can lead one of our landscaping teams and is willing to take a hands-on approach. If you take pride in your work, enjoy working in the fresh air and are looking for a job with variety, this could be your next job.

Why this role stands out:

As a Team Leader Landscaper, you'll enjoy working hands-on, while guiding and supporting your crew. You will lead by example, manage day-to-day activities on site, and ensue we deliver high-quality landscaping projects across the Central Otago region.

We are keen to hear from people who:

  • Enjoy working outdoors in all conditions
  • Can work well within a team and independently when required
  • Are self-motivated and able to think on their feet
  • Have a flexible approach to working hours
  • Are willing to assist with vegetation maintenance across the full range of landscaping needs.

What You'll Bring

  • A minimum of five years recent commercial landscaping experience in public places, orchards, commercial and high end residential gardens, company grounds etc.
  • Experience across a range of landscaping environments
  • Competency in plant, shrub and tree identification, especially NZ native vegetation
  • Strong knowledge of plant husbandry, including planting and propagation, pruning and plant care and maintenance
  • Practical experience installing irrigation systems
  • Chainsaw operations
  • Experienced in operating tractors, mowers and similar compact gardening machinery.
  • Full Drivers Licence (Class 1)

It will also be advantageous to have:

  • Leadership experience
  • Class 2 driver's licence

About Whitestone Contracting Ltd

Whitestone Contracting Ltd is an award-winning civil construction company based in Oamaru, operating across the Lower South Island, including Waitaki, Dunedin, Central Otago and the Mackenzie regions. With more than 100 employees and ambitious growth plans for the next 10-15 years, Whitestone delivers high-quality outcomes across: roading infrastructure construction and maintenance; chip sealing and asphalt paving; 3 Waters, and landscaping, vegetation control and green space management

Our people take pride in enhancing communities, protecting the environment, and delivering exceptional value to our clients.

Our Commitment

Whitestone Contracting Ltd has a strong focus on quality, health and safety, and environmental responsibility. You will play an important role in maintaining and strengthening this culture.

We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. The successful applicants will be required to pass a medical assessment, drug and alcohol test, and Ministry of Justice check prior to employment being confirmed.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

To apply for this job, go to:

https://whitestone.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code:6860627

Applications close 06 March 2026


Applications Close: 06 Mar 2026


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