Apprentice - Parks & Gardens

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

Contact information

• Contact Name HR Department
• Contact Phone [phone]
• Contact Email [e-mail]

Description

Kick-start your career outdoors with an apprenticeship and learn from experienced industry professionals. Select from:

1. Certificate III in Park and Gardens
2. Certificate III in Horticulture
3. Certificate III in Sports Turf Management
4. Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

We have 10 x full-time opportunities available in our Apprenticeship Program based in St Marys and surrounding areas . You'll gain hands‑on experience across a variety of major contracts, developing practical skills in all aspects of parks, gardens and open space maintenance. With exposure to diverse projects and work environments, no two days are the same.

• Above award wages paid weekly + superannuation and allowances
• Full-time employment with overtime
• Nationally recognised qualification – paid to attend TAFE
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Diverse work and rotation across multiple sites and teams
• Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced professionals
• Training and career development opportunities
• Clear pathways for long-term career progression
• Be part of a team that helps create and maintain greener, healthier communities

Duties:

As an Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced team members while completing your formal training. Duties may include:

• 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

About You:

• A current driver's licence (or be working towards obtaining one)
• A White Card (Construction Induction Card) or willingness to obtain
• A strong work ethic and positive attitude
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Reliability and a commitment to working safely

About the Company:

Summit Open Space Services is a leading provider of Horticulture, Tree Diagnosis, Tree Planting and Open Space Land Management Services. We are a vibrant, innovative and dynamic company with a strong focus on developing our employees .

If you're ready to earn while you learn, gain a nationally recognised qualification and build a rewarding career in the outdoor industry, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team where your development is supported and your future is full of opportunity.