Apprentice

Marsupial Landscape Management; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 18,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

National qualification

Supportive team

Multiple sites

Mentoring

Uniform provided

Job summary

Glascott Landscape & Civil in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Grounds & Garden Maintenance Technician. This full-time apprenticeship offers hands-on training across multiple commercial and council sites, with on-the-job instruction from experienced teams.

You'll perform lawn mowing, edging, whipper snipping, hedge trimming, weed control, mulching, planting, and general site maintenance while travelling between sites as part of a mobile crew.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physically fit and eager to learn new tasks.
• Holds a current driver\'s licence; White Card is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lawn mowing and edging.
• Whipper snipping.
• Hedging and pruning.
• Weed control.
• Mulching and garden clean-ups.
• Planting and basic landscaping tasks.
• General grounds maintenance.
• Safe use and maintenance of gardening equipment.
• Travelling between sites as part of a mobile maintenance team.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Outdoor work readiness

Physically fit

Current driver\'s license

White Card desirable

Job description

• Must have the right to work in Australia.
• White Card is desirable.

AI Job Summary

• Hold a current driver's licence.
• Must have the right to work in Australia.
• White Card is desirable.

Role Type

On-site

• Permanent
• Full-time
• Associate

Description

Apprentice Grounds & Garden Maintenance Technician

Location: Newcastle, NSW

Employment Type: Full-time Apprenticeship

Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, staying active, and learning practical skills? We're looking for a motivated and reliable Apprentice Grounds & Garden Maintenance to join our team based in Newcastle.

This is a great opportunity to build a long-term career while gaining hands-on experience and working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

About Us

Glascott Landscape & Civil is a trusted leader in large-scale landscape and civil construction, with over 38 years of industry experience. We deliver high-quality projects across commercial, infrastructure, and public spaces, contributing to sustainable and visually striking environments. Our strong national client base and project portfolio provide our team with diverse and rewarding opportunities.

About The Role

As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced team members maintaining a variety of commercial and council contract sites across the Newcastle region. Every day is different, and you'll travel between multiple locations to help keep gardens and outdoor spaces looking their best.

Your Duties Will Include

• Lawn mowing and edging
• Whipper snipping
• Hedging and pruning
• Weed control
• Mulching and garden clean-ups
• Planting and basic landscaping tasks
• General grounds maintenance
• Safe use and maintenance of gardening equipment
• Travelling between sites as part of a mobile maintenance team

What We're Looking For

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Is physically fit and willing to learn
• Is reliable, punctual, and takes pride in their work
• Can work well both independently and as part of a team
• Holds a current driver's licence
• Has a White Card (desirable)

What We Offer

• Full-time apprenticeship with on-the-job training
• Opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Variety of work across multiple sites
• Ongoing mentoring and career development opportunities
• Uniform and equipment provided

If you're ready to start a rewarding career in grounds and garden maintenance and enjoy working outdoors, we'd love to hear from you.

Company Overview

At Glascott, we've been shaping Australia's urban landscapes since the 1980s, from iconic parks and sports precincts to complex infrastructure and open space destinations. Our group brings together specialist brands, Glascott, Technigro and Green Horticultural Group, working across landscape construction, horticulture, arboriculture, vegetation, and turf management. What sets us apart isn't just our capability. It's our people and how we work. Collaboration, trust, and genuine support are at the heart of everything we do. That's The Glascott Way, delivering quality through partnership, trust, and long-term thinking.