At Gibbston Valley, we’re more than just a winery, we are a place where guests come to unwind, reconnect, and experience the very best of the region. Surrounded by vines, our Cellar Door, Wine Cave, Restaurant, Spa, and Lodge offer visitors a unique taste of genuine kiwi hospitality.
We live by our values: Care Always | Grow Together | Craft with Purpose | Honor the Land
About the role:
- Seasonal Full-time ~ 40 hours per week
- Location: Gibbston Valley Wines - Gibbston, Otago
- $30.00 to $33.00 depending on the experience
We are looking for a hands-on Seasonal Landscape Gardner to support in maintaining and developing the gardens and landscaped areas across our property during our peak season - Summer, while ensuring our grounds are presented to an exceptional standard for our guests year-round. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining gardens and landscaped areas throughout guest spaces and public areas
- Growing, harvesting, and caring for produce in the chef's greenhouse and kitchen gardens
- Maintaining the gardens surrounding our 24 luxury villas
- Lawn mowing, edging, hedge trimming, pruning, weeding, and general garden maintenance
- Irrigation maintenance and monitoring plant health
- Replanting and developing garden areas to enhance the property's appearance
- Assisting with landscaping projects and seasonal improvements
- Ensuring all gardens are maintained to a high standard at all times
About you:
- Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
- Good plant knowledge and experience in plant care
- Experience growing vegetables, herbs, or greenhouse produce would be an advantage
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
- A strong eye for detail and pride in maintaining high-quality outdoor spaces
- Physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Eligibility of work in New Zealand without any restrictions.
- A reliable method transport since we’re located about 25 mins from Queenstown CBD
If you love working in a stunning natural environment this could be your next move.
Why you will love working for us:
- Work in a luxury, award-winning environment in a breathtaking vineyard setting alongside one of Central Otago's most iconic brands
- Generous Staff Discounts on our luxury Lodge stays, NZ's #1 Resort Spa treatments, Restaurant dining, Cellar Door, and retail wines.
- Expand your wine knowledge through immersive training alongside passionate industry experts.
- A supportive, tight-knit team grounded in values that matter
- Relax and connect with your team over a complimentary glass of wine after your shift.
- Structured Staff Appreciation Program celebrating your hard work and achievements.
- Free on-site parking and full uniforms provided
If you’re ready to work somewhere truly special, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter and bring your passion to Gibbston Valley.
*We’re grateful for the interest in joining the Gibbston Valley Wines team. As we receive a high number of applications, we’ll be in touch only with shortlisted candidates.
*To be eligible for consideration, you must be based in New Zealand, and legally able to work here. We are not able to sponsor for this role.