Apprentice in Parks & Gardens — Hands-On Outdoor Career

Summit Open Space Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages paid weekly + super

Full-time employment with overtime

Nationally recognised qualification –

Job summary

Summit Open Space Services is offering 10 full-time apprenticeship opportunities based in St Marys and surrounding areas, with hands-on experience across parks, gardens and open space maintenance.

As an Apprentice, you’ll complete formal training toward a nationally recognised qualification while working with experienced professionals. Roles include lawn care, planting, weed control, and site maintenance across multiple teams, with mentoring and career development.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship program with 10 full-time opportunities.
• Must have a current driver’s licence or be working towards one.
• White Card (Construction Induction Card) or willingness to obtain.
• Commitment to working safely.

Responsibilities

• Lawn and turf maintenance
• Tree and garden planting
• Weed identification and control
• Plant, shrub and garden maintenance
• General landscaping and grounds maintenance
• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment safely
• Learning industry best practices and environmental sustainability principles

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Safety conscious

Education

Certificate III in Park and Gardens

Certificate III in Horticulture

Certificate III in Sports Turf Management

Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Job description

Summit Open Space Services is offering 10 full-time apprenticeship opportunities based in St Marys and surrounding areas, with hands-on experience across parks, gardens and open space maintenance.

As an Apprentice, you’ll complete formal training toward a nationally recognised qualification while working with experienced professionals. Roles include lawn care, planting, weed control, and site maintenance across multiple teams, with mentoring and career development.