Southern Cross Campus
Landscaper Kaihoahoa Whakapaipai Whenua
Landscapers design, develop, maintain and remodel gardens and landscapes.
Landscapers may do some or all of the following:
- discuss and develop designs with clients
- read and interpret plans and discuss design concepts with landscape architects
- do basic planning and design work, and planting plans
- calculate construction costs such as labour and materials
- select seeds, bulbs and plants and plant these
- construct decking, fencing, walls and courtyards, and lay down paving
- install garden lighting, irrigation and ornaments.
Physical Requirements
Landscapers need to have a good level of fitness and must be strong, as their work involves bending, kneeling for long periods and heavy lifting.
Useful Experience
Useful experience for landscapers includes:
- any building and construction work
- any work in the horticulture industry
- labouring work.
Personal Qualities
Landscapers need to be:
- reliable and hard working
- able to work independently or as part of a team.
Useful Experience
Useful experience for landscapers includes:
- any building and construction work
- any work in the horticulture industry
- labouring work.
Subject Recommendations
A minimum of three years' of secondary education is recommended. Useful subjects include English, maths, horticulture, biology and processing technologies.
Year 11 and 12 students can work towards a New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture through the National Trade Academy while still working towards NCEA. This usually includes off-site learning and some on-the-job training.
Landscapers can earn around $19-$23 per hour per year.
Landscapers may progress to a team leader or managerial role, or set up their own landscaping company.
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