Open Spaces Apprentice: Start Your Parks & Gardens Career

Hilltops Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilltops Council invites applications for an Open Spaces Apprentice based at Boorowa Works Depot. You will assist in maintaining open spaces, facilities and amenities while undertaking the Certificate III in Parks & Gardens.

During the apprenticeship you will perform labouring and plant operation duties under supervision, contributing to the Council’s urban infrastructure across Boorowa, Harden and Young depots. This program suits recent school leavers or those starting a career in horticulture.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Parks & Gardens (required or pursued)
• Interest in horticulture and community spaces
• Willingness to perform labouring tasks and operate basic plant equipment

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance of Council’s open spaces, facilities and amenities
• Undertake the Certificate III in Parks & Gardens
• Perform labouring tasks and plant operation duties under supervision
• Contribute to shaping and maintaining urban infrastructure across Hilltops depots (Boorowa, Harden, Young)

Job description

Hilltops Council invites applications for an Open Spaces Apprentice based at Boorowa Works Depot. You will assist in maintaining open spaces, facilities and amenities while undertaking the Certificate III in Parks & Gardens.

During the apprenticeship you will perform labouring and plant operation duties under supervision, contributing to the Council’s urban infrastructure across Boorowa, Harden and Young depots. This program suits recent school leavers or those starting a career in horticulture.