Parks & Gardens Apprentice: Start Your Green Career

Summit Open Space Services; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages paid weekly

Superannuation and allowances

Nationally recognised qualification -

Job summary

Summit Open Space Services is offering 10 full-time Apprenticeship Program positions in Hallam VIC and surrounding areas. You’ll gain hands-on experience across parks, gardens and open space maintenance while earning nationally recognised qualifications.

Typical duties include lawn and turf maintenance, tree planting, weed control and general landscaping. A current driver’s licence and White Card are preferred, with clear pathways for long-term outdoor careers.

Qualifications

• A current driver's licence (or be working towards obtaining one).
• A White Card (Construction Induction Card) or willingness to obtain.
• A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Reliability and a commitment to working safely.

Responsibilities

• Lawn and turf maintenance
• Tree and garden planting
• Weed identification and control
• Plant, shrub and garden maintenance
• General landscaping and grounds maintenance
• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment safely
• Learning industry best practices and environmental sustainability principles

Skills

Work ethic

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Education

Certificate III in Park and Gardens

Certificate III in Horticulture

Certificate III in Sports Turf Management

Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Job description

Summit Open Space Services is offering 10 full-time Apprenticeship Program positions in Hallam VIC and surrounding areas. You’ll gain hands-on experience across parks, gardens and open space maintenance while earning nationally recognised qualifications.

Typical duties include lawn and turf maintenance, tree planting, weed control and general landscaping. A current driver’s licence and White Card are preferred, with clear pathways for long-term outdoor careers.