Horticulture Trainee: Parks & Open Space

Apply Now; Shellharbour City Council; On-site; AUD 19,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On the job training

Course costs paid by Council

Novated leasing

Retail discounts

Corporate fitness programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learning & Development opportunities

Annual award increases

Bi-annual bonus payments

Parental leave entitlements

Job summary

Shellharbour City Council invites applicants to join the Cadet, Apprentice and Trainee Program at the Oak Flats Services Depot. You’ll gain practical horticulture skills across parks and reserve maintenance, landscape presentation and bush regeneration, while completing a Certificate III in Horticulture through Yallah TAFE.

The program runs for up to 24 months as a temporary full-time trainee, with on-the-job training, paid course costs, and opportunities for development, bonuses and annual

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Certificate III in Horticulture.
• Willing to completePre-placement Medical examination.
• Must obtain General Construction Induction Card (White Card) before starting.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in parks and reserve maintenance.
• Learn safe operation of horticultural equipment and small plant.
• Contribute to upkeep and presentation of Shellharbour's parks, reserves, gardens and streetscapes.

Skills

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture

Tools

Horticultural equipment

Job description

Shellharbour City Council invites applicants to join the Cadet, Apprentice and Trainee Program at the Oak Flats Services Depot. You’ll gain practical horticulture skills across parks and reserve maintenance, landscape presentation and bush regeneration, while completing a Certificate III in Horticulture through Yallah TAFE.

The program runs for up to 24 months as a temporary full-time trainee, with on-the-job training, paid course costs, and opportunities for development, bonuses and annual