Earn While You Learn: Apprentice Horticulturist

Kempsey Shire Council; Kempsey; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Rostered days off

Fitness Passports

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kempsey Shire Council is seeking two Apprentice Horticulturists to join our Civic Services Team. You will work toward a Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens through TAFE while gaining hands-on experience across some of Kempsey Shire’s parks, sporting fields, reserves, cemeteries, road reserves and landscaped areas.

Develop practical horticultural and parks maintenance skills while helping keep public spaces safe, attractive and enjoyable for the community.

Qualifications

• Completed Year 10 (Year 12 preferred)
• Interest in horticulture, gardening, parks and grounds maintenance
• Commitment to completing a Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens
• Ability to complete both theory and practical components of the apprenticeship
• Good verbal and written communication
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Willingness to participate in training and toolbox meetings
• Reliable and responsible approach to work

Responsibilities

• Undertake and complete a Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens (or equivalent)
• Gain hands-on experience across parks, fields, reserves and landscaped areas
• Carry out mowing, whipper snipping, edging
• Tree planting, pruning and maintenance
• Line marking of sporting fields
• Garden bed maintenance and mulching
• Litter collection and grounds maintenance
• Minor landscaping and construction works
• Assist with playgrounds and public facilities maintenance
• Carry out repairs to park equipment, street furniture and painting
• Operate vehicles and machinery following safety procedures
• Provide friendly, professional customer service
• Complete workplace documentation (timesheets, WHS forms)
• Participate in team and toolbox meetings

Skills

Outdoor Enthusiasm

Interest in Horticulture

Team Player

Good Communication

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens

Job description

Kempsey Shire Council is seeking two Apprentice Horticulturists to join our Civic Services Team. You will work toward a Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens through TAFE while gaining hands-on experience across some of Kempsey Shire’s parks, sporting fields, reserves, cemeteries, road reserves and landscaped areas.

Develop practical horticultural and parks maintenance skills while helping keep public spaces safe, attractive and enjoyable for the community.