Site Foreman/Skilled Landscaper

Queenstown • Cromwell • Wanaka

Are you passionate about transforming outdoor spaces into stunning landscapes? Do you have a flair for craftsmanship and want to work on high-end residential projects in some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking regions?

We’re on the hunt for an experienced Site Foreman to join our dynamic team and bring creativity, precision, and excellence to our landscaping projects across Queenstown, Cromwell, and Wanaka.

✨ What You’ll Bring:

• 1 to 2 years of hard landscaping experience

• Ideally digger & machine experience

• Drainage experience

• Concrete preparation & placing experience

• Skills in tiling, paving, and detailed timber work

• Physically fit with a strong work ethic

• Positive attitude and team spirit

• Experience in horticulture (a bonus!)

• Full Class 1 driver’s license (Class 2 and WTR endorsements are a plus)

• Excellent communication skills

🛠️ What You’ll Do:

• Construct timber and block retaining walls, boardwalks, bridges, decking, handrails, and fencing

• Concrete prep-knowledge of reading plans with heights & falls

• Work with landscape architects to bring their designs to life

• Liaise with subcontractors to ensure tasks are completed in order

• Perform garden enhancement, ground preparation, planting, mulching, and staking

• Support grounds maintenance and assist other landscaping teams as needed

🌱 Why Work With Us?

The Plant People is a trusted leader in New Zealand’s landscaping industry, renowned for delivering high-quality, detail-focused solutions to government agencies, developers, commercial clients, and private homeowners. We’ve recently expanded our presence to Otago with TPP Landscape and Construction, continuing our commitment to excellence in every region we serve.

Our tight-knit team thrives in a supportive, collaborative environment where attention to detail and quality workmanship are at the heart of everything we do. We offer comprehensive training, uniforms, flexible working hours (up to 55 per week), and clear pathways for career development—all within a culture that values teamwork, craftsmanship, and genuine care.

📩 Ready to Apply?

Send your CV and cover letter to james@theplantpeople.co.nz. Be sure to mention the position you’re applying for.

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