Store Assistant Dash Hastings Jobs in New Zealand

Are you a plant enthusiast with a green thumb and a passion for customer service? We have an exciting opportunity where you will visit businesses to care for the indoor plants. Other responsibilities will be gardening, managing and caring for plants at the depot, and delivery, setting up plants / green walls for events.

What is in it for you?

• Permanent role - Monday to Friday 7.30am to 4.30-5pm. Around 45 hours a week.
• Competitive hourly rate depending on your experience.
• Opportunity to work independently and travel to various client locations. Not sitting at a desk all day.
• Engage in a rewarding role where you can make a visible impact on both plant and people health whilst providing customer satisfaction.
• Be part of a supportive team that shares your passion for plants, who appreciates and rewards your efforts.
• Opportunity to travel and stay in other locations. Not essential if you can't.

Tasks include:

• Visit client locations to care for indoor plants. This includes pruning, watering, dusting (yes dusting the leaves), and inspecting plants for pests and diseases.
• Ensure that plants are healthy and thriving, providing tailored care to meet their specific needs.
• Assist in managing the plant warehouse, including maintaining stock levels and preparing plants for delivery.
• Support with general gardening duties as needed, contributing to the overall maintenance and presentation of plants.
• Setting up, delivery and care of plants and green walls for events and displays.
• General assistance to other staff and keeping the site clean and tidy.

Role Requirements:

• Must have a valid full or restricted driver's license for travel to customer sites.
• Confident in driving and parking a van around Christchurch including the central city.
• Ability to provide excellent service, build rapport with clients, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Passion for plant care and hands-on experience in gardening or plant maintenance.
• A horticultural qualification is a plus but not essential-your love for plants and willingness to learn is what counts!
• Must already living in and be legally entitled to work in New Zealand - NZ / Aust Citizenship or NZ Permanent Residency. Overseas candidates will not be considered. This role is not suitable for visa sponsorship.

Applications will be processed as received.

If you have a keen eye for plant health, enjoy hands-on work, and have a knack for making things grow, we want to hear from you!

Apply online now with your CV and cover letter detailing your green thumb experience and help us keep our clients' plants happy and thriving! 🌿

If you have any questions, call Andrew on 021 949 174