Apprentice - Production Nursery (Horticulturist)

Andreasens Green; Sydney; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Andreasens Green in Lansvale, NSW, is offering three mature apprenticeships in Production Nursery (Horticulture). You will learn on the job while attending TAFE to complete the Certificate III in Production Nursery, under the guidance of senior horticulturists.

The roles are full-time, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work, with a 3-year program and potential career progression for successful applicants. You will gain hands-on experience in a world-class nursery and outdoor operations.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Able to work outdoors in nursery conditions.
• Able to lift up to 20 kg and handle physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Study at TAFE to complete the Certificate III in Production Nursery.
• On-the-job training with experienced horticulturists.
• Gain hands-on experience in production nursery operations.
• 3-year apprenticeship with potential career progression.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Good communication

WH&S awareness

Physical capability

Education

Certificate III in Production Nursery

Job description

Apprentice - Production Nursery (Horticulturist)

Do you want to get paid to learn? If so, we have the job for you!

Andreasens Green is one of Australia’s leading wholesale nurseries with over 135 Acres under production across sites in New South Wales. We supply to trade customers in both the commercial and residential landscape sectors including local councils for over 45 years.

As a family-owned company, we pride ourselves by providing our staff with a positive culture, focusing on our core values of working together, providing a great customer experience and training our staff in best practice horticulture.

We are currently seeking to employ 3 mature apprentices to study in the field of Production Nursery (Horticulture) at our site in Lansvale. This role will include attending TAFE to complete the Certificate III in Production Nursery as well as on the job training with highly experienced horticulturists.

What you need to bring to the role:

Demonstrate a positive attitude

A willingness to learn

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to apply WHS principles in the workforce

Demonstrated basic level of understanding of horticulture or willingness to learn

Ability to lift, push and pull up to 20 kilos

Ability to attend TAFE

About this role:

Full-time position, Monday through to Friday with the occasional weekend

3-year apprenticeship with potential career progression for the successful candidates

Work in beautiful and green outdoor sites

Receive support, training and mentoring from experienced industry leaders

Gain trade qualifications in Production Nursery

Ongoing training & career progression available

Located at Lansvale, you will have the opportunity to work at a world class nursery with potential career opportunities for the right applicants.