Apprentice Landscaper

Muru Mittigar Limited; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and PPE provided

TAFE training paid

Job summary

Muru Mittigar Limited, an Aboriginal-owned social enterprise based in Penrith, Western Sydney, is offering a Landscape Apprenticeship. You will learn practical landscape skills, complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Parks and Gardens, and earn a full-time wage.

You'll work with experienced professionals across Greater Sydney, gaining hands-on experience in landscape construction, planting, turfing, irrigation, and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working outdoors and practical, hands-on work.
• Willing to learn and follow instructions in a team environment.
• Physically fit for outdoor labour and variable conditions.
• Commitment to completing a nationally recognised qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support landscape construction, planting, turfing, irrigation, and maintenance learning on the job.
• Work on projects across public spaces, parks, and community facilities under supervision.
• Develop safety practices and teamwork while gaining trade qualifications.

Skills

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Willing to learn

Physically fit

Education

Certificate III in Parks and Gardens

Job description

Landscape Apprentice

Certificate III in Parks and Gardens

Build the places people use every day.

Want a career that's outdoors, hands-on and different every day?

Muru Mittigar is looking for a motivated Landscape Apprentice to join our team and complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Parks and Gardens while earning a full-time wage.

This is more than mowing lawns or pulling weeds.

As a Landscape Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced landscaping professionals delivering projects and maintenance works across some of Greater Sydney's most recognised public spaces, government assets, parks, reserves, streetscapes and community facilities. You'll learn practical skills, gain a trade qualification and build a career in an industry with strong long-term opportunities.

About Muru Mittigar

Muru Mittigar is an Aboriginal-owned social enterprise based in Penrith, Western Sydney.

While our head office is located in Penrith, our teams work across Greater Sydney delivering landscaping, environmental, conservation and land management services for government, council and commercial clients.

Every day is different. One week you may be improving public parks and community spaces. The next you could be working on landscaped precincts, environmental restoration projects or government-maintained assets across Sydney.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.

What's on Offer?

Full-time paid employment

Certificate III in Parks and Gardens

Paid attendance at TAFE and training

Uniforms and PPE provided

Ongoing mentoring and support

Work outdoors across Greater Sydney

Learn from experienced industry professionals

Career pathways into Landscaping, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Conservation and Leadership roles

Opportunity to build a long-term career with a respected Aboriginal organisation

What You'll Learn

Throughout your apprenticeship you'll gain practical experience in:

• Landscape construction
• Planting and garden establishment
• Turf installation and maintenance
• Irrigation systems
• Mulching and soil preparation
• Use of landscaping tools and equipment
• Outdoor maintenance and presentation
• Worksite safety and environmental management
• Teamwork and workplace communication

You’ll work as part of a supportive team while developing the skills needed for a successful career in the landscaping industry.

About You

We’re not expecting you to know everything already.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working outdoors
• Likes practical, hands‑on work
• Has a positive attitude
• Is reliable and willing to learn
• Works well in a team
• Is physically fit and enjoys being active
• Can follow instructions and work safely
• Wants to build a genuine career rather than just find a job

No previous landscaping experience is required. Full training will be provided.

Essential Requirements

• White Card (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Driver Licence or reliable transport
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditionsCommitment to completing a Certificate III qualification

Why This Apprenticeship?

Most people see parks, sports fields, streetscapes and public spaces without ever thinking about who builds and maintains them.

This apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to be part of the team that does.

You’ll earn while you learn, gain a nationally recognised qualification, work on projects you can point to with pride and develop skills that can take you anywhere in the landscaping and environmental industries.