Utility Arborist Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Sep 2026

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Arborist

This is a Full time job

$29 – $33 per hour

Further your Career!
Work/Life Balance
Get in touch to have a chat!

Come join us and be responsible for the care, maintenance, and management of trees across council parks, reserves, and public spaces.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Forestry Technician

at Kia Hono Limited t/a In Tandem

This is a Full time job

Mosgiel, Otago

Outdoor field role based in Mosgiel, Otago
Build a practical career in forestry
Entry-level opportunity with training on the job

Not a desk job. This is hands-on forestry work for someone fit, practical and willing to learn, with most days spent outdoors in the field.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

Featured

Listed five days ago

Experienced Excavator Operator - Arboriculture & Landclearing

at Franklin Trees

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

$30 – $38 per hour

$30-$38 per hour (based on experience)
Opportunity for career progression
Guaranteed hours per week

Experienced Excavator Operator for arboriculture and landclearing work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Utility Operator

at Red Stag TimberLab Limited

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$26 – $28 per hour

Join an industry leader with over 60 years of innovation!
Work in state-of-the-art facilities on diverse projects!
Enjoy career growth and skill development opportunities!

Multi-skilled production employee operating and supporting multiple manufacturing areas in an Engineered Wood Products facility.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed five days ago

Arborist

at Rotorua Lakes Council

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$29 – $33 per hour

Further your Career!
Work/Life Balance
Get in touch to have a chat!

Come join us and be responsible for the care, maintenance, and management of trees across council parks, reserves, and public spaces.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Arborist

at Green by Nature

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Competitive wages + $300 Annual Wellness Benefit + PPE gear + Phone + more!
Work within an energetic, motivated and collaborative team!
Guaranteed hours with the opportunity to increase based on operational demands!

Join our Arb team in Nelson! Help care for beautiful parks and reserves while growing your career with an industry leader!

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Arborist

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Hamilton, Waikato

$30 - $40 per hour

Do you thrive in the great outdoors, scaling heights with ease?
7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Join Arbortree's thriving team as a Climbing Arborist!

We're looking for an experienced Arborist to join our team in Hamilton. Minimum Level 3 NZQA Arboriculture required. APPLY NOW!

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

21d ago

Listed eight days ago

Forestry Technician

at Kia Hono Limited t/a In Tandem

This is a Full time job

Mosgiel, Otago

Outdoor field role based in Mosgiel, Otago
Build a practical career in forestry
Entry-level opportunity with training on the job

Not a desk job. This is hands-on forestry work for someone fit, practical and willing to learn, with most days spent outdoors in the field.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

8d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Arborist

at The Arborist and The Gardener

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Broadmeadows, Wellington

$30 – $45 per hour

Trained arborist to join Wellington-based crew for technical tree work, removals and pruning.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

15d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Arborist

at Wellington City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Newtown, Wellington

$74,141 - $87,224 + 5 weeks annual leave

Use your arboriculture expertise to enhance Wellington’s urban forest
Guide and mentor fellow arborists
Join a passionate, motivated and supportive team

Kia mahi ngātahi mō Pōneke mō tōna āpōpō

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Cedar Technician

at TimberTech 2010 Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Join TimberTech as a Cedar Technician. Enjoy hands-on outdoor work, full training, great variety and real opportunities to grow your career.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Utility Worker

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Competitive remuneration
An in-house well-being programme
Commitment to professional growth and development

This role suits someone who is physically fit, enjoys varied work, and thrives in an outdoor environment.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

14d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Arborist

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Competitive Pay + Ongoing Opportunities
Great Team Culture + Support
Weekly Pay + PPE Provided

🌳 Love working outdoors? Join a top arborist crew tackling exciting tree work with great team culture and real career growth.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

20d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Arborist

at Invercargill City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Career progression and training/development opportunities
Positive focus of employee health and well-being
KiwiSaver and Superannuation Schemes

Are you passionate about trees, the outdoors, and making a visible difference in your community?

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Arborist

at Kūmānu

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

A supportive and collaborative team

Arborist role delivering arboriculture services across Nelson-Tasman region.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

19d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Orchard Supervisor - Katikati

at Prospa Orchard Management Services

This is a Full time job

Katikati, Bay of Plenty

Join an industry leader, live and work in the Bay of Plenty
Competitive package, including Southern Cross Health Insurance
Gain valuable hands-on kiwifruit orchard experience

Do you love working outdoors and want an exciting career that challenges and develops you?

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Restoration Field Workers

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Hands-on work in an outdoor environment
Full training available
Supportive, close-knit team passionate about what they do

Looking for meaningful outdoor work where you can make a real difference to New Zealand’s environment?

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

14d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Stock, Plant & Grounds Maintenance Worker (Fixed Term)

at Waimea Nurseries

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Whenuapai, Auckland

Varied outdoor work – chainsaws, hedge trimmers, tree removal and mulching
Flexible hours – full-time or part-time options available
Fixed-term role to mid-December with a supportive, hands-on team

Fixed-term grounds maintenance role supporting stock plant upkeep and seasonal maintenance.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7h ago

Listed eight days ago

Landscape Installer

at Urban Lawns and Civil

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$25 – $30 per hour

Job description involves hydroseeding, installing irrigation systems, landscaping, soil erosion both on residential and civil projects to name a few

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Orchard Worker - Summer Pruning

at Seeka Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

Full Training will be provided
Supportive team environment
Relaxed lifestyle in a quaint rural town

Looking for Orchard Workers for Summer Pruning in Kerikeri - Starting early October

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Drainage Hand & Truck Driver

at Arumoni Civil Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work Ute and all tools supplied for the right person
Ongoing training with a clear path to career development
Family feel business with modern gear and a team that backs you!

New ownership, growing Christchurch civil team. Training, progression and a work Ute for the right person.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

21d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Amenity Landscape Apprentice (Horticultural Career Opportunity)

at GreensceneNZ Landscapes Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Looking for a long-term horticulture career? Join our team for full-time landscaping work, apprenticeship support, and pathways to leadership roles.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

LANDSCAPE GARDENER

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Physically fit with experience in landscaping
Feel valued and supported in a great team environment
Varied work and a good work-life balance

Busy Lizzy are seeking a passionate and experienced Landscape Gardener to join our team in Auckland.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Turf Care Operator

at Rotorua Lakes Council

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$28.97 – $29.12 per hour

Supportive manager and team
Community focused organisation
Help shape Rotorua’s public spaces

Lakes Council is seeking a motivated Turf Care Operator to join our Parks & Open Spaces team.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Orchard Operations Supervisor

at Dunes Consulting

This is a Full time job

Pongakawa, Bay of Plenty

$70,000 – $85,000 per year

Ideal for a recent graduate with farming or Hort experience
A lot of autonomy to run your days and deliver
Outdoor work and lifestyle

Join a small family run business where you will become a leader to help run the land and orchards.

Recruited byDarren A'Court

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

7d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Assistant Groundsperson

at Turftech

This is a Full time job

Howick, Auckland

$50,000 – $60,000 per year

Enjoy the outdoors with a varied role maintaining the grounds, gardens and sports fields for a East Auckland School.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

19d ago

Listed six days ago

Gardener

at Rotorua Lakes Council

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$28.97 – $29.99 per hour

Supportive manager and team
Community focused organisation
Help shape Rotorua’s gardens and public spaces

Your work will directly contribute to creating attractive and enjoyable environments for residents and visitors

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Serviceperson - Parks and Reserves

at Kāpiti Coast District Council

This is a Full time job

Paraparaumu, Wellington

Maintain parks, reserves and sports fields across the Kāpiti Coast.
Operate mowing and maintenance equipment in a hands-on outdoor role.
Join a supportive team and make a difference in your community.

Love the outdoors? Join our Parks & Reserves team and help maintain the parks, reserves and sports fields our community enjoys.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Forester: Harvest Planning, Engineering and Harvesting Supervision

at Tasman Pine Forests Ltd

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Outstanding Nelson Lifestyle
Progressive Forestry Management Company
Experienced in Harvesting or Harvest Planning

Forester role in harvest planning, engineering and harvesting supervision with a progressive forestry company.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

19d ago

Listed four days ago