Gardener jobs in Basel typically pay CHF 25–CHF 42 an hour (about CHF 4,350–CHF 7,250 a month full time). Most positions are live-out, with a usual schedule of weekly visits or full-time on estates. Employers ask for horticulture experience and an identity check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Basel.
- Typical pay
- CHF 25–CHF 42
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- CHF 4,350–CHF 7,250
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Rare
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- Weekly visits or full-time on estates
- Open now
- 0
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Open gardener positions in Basel
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Register as a GardenerAbout gardener jobs in Basel
Gardener jobs in Basel are household positions: a gardener maintains lawns, beds, hedges and outdoor spaces so a property looks cared for in every season. Families hiring in Basel range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Basel Trinational Region.
Basel is known for pharmaceuticals, life sciences, chemicals, and logistics, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as Roche, Novartis, Lonza, Syngenta, and University Hospital Basel. Basel hosts the global headquarters of two of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies within walking distance of each other.
Main duties
- Mow, edge and feed lawns
- Prune hedges, shrubs and small trees
- Plant and care for seasonal beds
- Control weeds and pests responsibly
- Clear leaves and green waste
Gardener pay in Basel
Household incomes in Basel are shaped by an average local salary of around CHF 110,000, which is why gardener pay here sits above the Switzerland average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a gardener
- 7:00Watering & irrigation check
- 9:00Mowing & edging
- 11:30Pruning & weeding
- 14:00Planting & feeding
- 16:00Clean-up & tools
Why work in Basel?
The local job market is growing at 3.2% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Basel.
Basel is often described as “The World's Pharmaceutical Headquarters City”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Horticulture experience
- Safe use of power tools
- Knowledge of local plants and climate
- References
Working in Switzerland
- Right to work in Switzerland: Workers from outside the EU/EFTA face strict quotas, so most household staff hold existing permits or EU/EFTA citizenship.
- Checks: employers usually ask for an identity check, references, a residence and work permit check and, for childcare, a private criminal record extract (Strafregisterauszug).
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the minimum wage set in the standard employment contract for domestic workers.
- Contract: A written contract is strongly recommended and must respect the federal and cantonal standard employment contracts.
Live-in or live-out?
Most gardener roles in Basel are live-out, paid by the hour and booked for regular days. Ask whether travel time between homes, evenings or weekends are paid at a higher rate.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your gardener experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete Switzerland right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gardener earn in Basel?
Gardener jobs in Basel typically pay CHF 25–CHF 42 an hour (about CHF 4,350–CHF 7,250 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in gardener jobs in Basel?
Most positions are live-out. Most gardener roles in Basel are live-out, paid by the hour and booked for regular days.
What do I need to work as a gardener in Switzerland?
Employers ask for horticulture experience, safe use of power tools and an identity check. You must also have the right to work in Switzerland.
What does a gardener do day to day?
A gardener maintains lawns, beds, hedges and outdoor spaces so a property looks cared for in every season. Typical duties include mow, edge and feed lawns, prune hedges, shrubs and small trees, plant and care for seasonal beds.
How do I apply for gardener jobs in Basel on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Basel hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a gardener work?
A typical schedule is weekly visits or full-time on estates. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.