Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship Jan 2027 start

AGA - Apprenticeships Plus; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-performance team

Continuous improvement

Professional growth

Job summary

AGA - Apprenticeships Plus in Melbourne invites applications for an Apprentice Horticulture (Parks & Gardens). You will learn by doing alongside qualified horticulturists to maintain parks and open spaces.

The role combines on-the-job training with formal study, offering hands-on experience in green space maintenance, safety, and administration, with clear pathways to professional growth within a leading GTO organization.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in Australia.
• Applicants must hold a current drivers license.
• National Police Clearance required for successful applicant.
• Interest in horticulture and outdoor work in all weather.
• Willingness to undertake formal apprenticeship training.

Responsibilities

• Green Space Maintenance: assist with weeding, mowing, pruning, mulching and general garden care.
• Asset Care: help with path repairs, fencing, and nursery management.
• Safety & Monitoring: inspect parks and report damaged or dangerous fixtures.
• Equipment Upkeep: safely operate and maintain council vehicles and machinery.
• Administration: complete timesheets, maintenance requests and quality logs.
• Formal Learning: attend and participate in apprenticeship training courses.

Skills

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

EEO awareness

Job description

Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship Jan 2027 start

Kickstart Your Career: Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship

Are you passionate about the outdoors? Do you want to shape the green spaces of your local community? AGA is looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Horticulture (Parks & Gardens) to join our team.

You will work alongside qualified Horticulturists to maintain, protect, and enhance our beautiful parks, reserves, creeks, and open spaces. This hands-on role combines practical on-the-job training with formal study to set up your career in horticulture.

What You Will Do

• Green Space Maintenance: Assist with weeding, herbicide spraying, brush-cutting, mulching, mowing, and pruning.
• Asset Care: Help with path repairs, fencing, and nursery management.
• Safety & Monitoring: Inspect parks and report on damaged or dangerous park fixtures.
• Equipment Upkeep: Safely operate and maintain council vehicles, plant, and machinery.
• Administration: Complete daily timesheets, maintenance requests, and quality logs.
• Formal Learning: Attend and participate in all required apprenticeship training courses.
• Nature Lovers: A genuine interest in horticulture, plants, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Team Players: A positive attitude with a willingness to learn from qualified professionals.
• Safety Conscious: Commitment to maintaining safe work practices and following council policies.
• Inclusive Thinkers: Ready to actively support and promote Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) in the workplace.
• Applicants must hold a current drivers lic
• Successful applicant will be required to unergo a National Police Clearance

About us:

At AGA, we’re not just another workplace — we’re a leader in the GTO industry, shaping futures and creating opportunities. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Work within a forward-thinking, high-performance team environment
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that lead to superior service delivery
• Professional growth and development in a respected organization

Ready to Make Your Mark?

• Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
• This role requires a Working with Children Check and an Australian Federal Police Check, which we will arrange for the successful applicant.

AGA are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.