Site Manager

Want to lead world-class landscaping projects with some of the best views in New Zealand?

Natural Habitats is New Zealand's most awarded landscaping company. Founded in 1978, we have grown into a 170+ strong team of passionate green thumbs delivering top-tier hard and soft landscaping across the country. We are proud of our craftsmanship, our supportive culture, and the legacy we plant in every landscape we touch.

We are on the lookout for an experienced Site Manager to lead our busy team in the Queenstown-Lakes district.

This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll be on the tools alongside your team as well as managing the plan — so you need both the technical depth and the people skills to lead from the front.

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The Rewards

We know our people are our biggest asset, and we reward hard work:

• Competitive Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour, depending on your experience.
• Company Vehicle & Tools: Everything you need to get the job done right.
• Unbeatable Views: Work in one of the most stunning, picturesque regions of New Zealand.
• Stability: A permanent, full-time position with a highly respected, secure market leader.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to learn, upskill, and progress your career within our national network.

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What you'll do

Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be the driving force on site:

• Lead, mentor, and coordinate our hands-on landscaping team on site.
• Work on the tools alongside your team, offering technical expertise and leading by example.
• Manage day-to-day operations for premium residential and commercial landscaping projects.
• Ensure all hardscaping (timber, paving, retaining walls) and softscaping installations are delivered to our high, award-winning standards.
• Keep projects running on time and within budget creating satisfied clients.
• Champion a strong health and safety culture so everyone returns home safely every day.

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What you'll bring to the table

• Proven Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in both hard and soft landscaping - essential
• Leadership Skills: Previous first-line management or site supervision experience with a knack for motivating teams.
• Health & Safety Focus: Strong commitment to hazard identification, site safety, and keeping your team safe.
• Work Ethic: Reliable, punctual, highly organized, and very proud of the work you produce.
• Certifications: National Certificate in Horticulture, First Aid, Grow safe, and Site Safe certifications (or ability to obtain them).
• Communication: Great interpersonal skills for liaising with clients, subcontractors, and project managers.
• Team Player!