Collection Curator at Auckland Council

Overview

Collection Curator (6‑month fixed term, full‑time, onsite) at Auckland Botanic Gardens, Auckland Council.

Key Responsibilities

• Curate a portfolio of plant collections that meet guidelines, standards, and customer expectations, introducing new plants to enhance impact.
• Leverage plant curation expertise and stay ahead of global trends, engaging with botanical garden networks and specialists.
• Collaborate with nursery staff to coordinate plant propagation and production, ensuring portfolio thrives within agreed sustainability standards.
• Mentor and inspire apprentices, students and volunteers, developing a skilled, motivated workforce.
• Proactively plan and manage schedules, accounting for seasonal variations, to consistently meet horticultural standards and plant collection guidelines.
• Resolve maintenance requirements, ensuring plant collections are well presented and any issues are handled efficiently...