Traineeship - Parks And Gardens

City Of Busselton; City Of Busselton; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated lease vehicle

Housing

Gym membership

Corporate health discounts

Generous superannuation up to 15.75%

Job summary

The City of Busselton is seeking a dedicated Local Government Trainee to join the Parks and Gardens team for a 12‑month period. You’ll gain hands‑on experience maintaining parks and natural spaces while studying for a Certificate II or III in Horticulture.

Commencing January 2027, this full‑time fixed term contract offers a salary of AUD $47,286 to $56,451 plus super, with generous benefits including housing, novated lease options, gym memberships and corporate health discounts.

Qualifications

• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Proof of right to work in Australia.
• National Police Clearance (within 6 months).
• Valid White Card (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Maintaining parks, gardens, foreshore areas, and natural spaces.
• Landscaping, planting, pruning, mulching, and fertilising.
• Operating a range of tools and machinery.
• Learning about weed and pest control, turf care, nursery work and more.
• Helping build and maintain green spaces across the City.
• Providing friendly customer service while representing the City of Busselton.

Skills

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

Certificate II in Horticulture

Certificate III in Horticulture

Job description

• Commencing January 2027
• Full Time 1 Year Fixed Term Contract
• $47,286 - $56,451 + super (salary dependant on age)
• Generous superannuation scheme up to 15.75%
• Excellent employee benefits including the potential to salary package a novated lease vehicle and housing, gym membership, and corporate health discounts

Are you someone who loves the outdoors, has a green thumb, and is ready to get hands-on experience maintaining some of the most beautiful parks and natural spaces in the South West?

The City of Busselton is on the lookout for a motivated and enthusiastic Local Government Trainee to join our Parks and Gardens team. Over 12 months, you'll not only get paid to work in the great outdoors, but you'll also complete a Certificate II or III in Horticulture.

What you'll be doing:

You'll be part of a passionate and experienced team working across:

• Maintaining our stunning parks, gardens, foreshore areas, and natural spaces
• Landscaping, planting, pruning, mulching, and fertilising
• Operating a range of tools and machinery
• Learning about weed and pest control, turf care, nursery work and more
• Helping build and maintain new and existing green spaces across the City
• Providing friendly customer service while proudly representing the City of Busselton

What you'll bring to the role:

You don't need alot of experience (just the right attitude!) and ideally will:

• Love being outdoors and working with nature
• Eager to learn and be committed to completing your studies
• Work well in a team and bring a positive, can-do attitude
• Communicate clearly and show initiative
• Follow safety procedures and take pride in your work

Pre-employment Requirements:

• A current C Class Driver's Licence
• Proof of right to work in Australia
• National Police Clearance (within 6 months)
• A Valid White Card (or ability to obtain)

Enquiries: Jamie Roper, Parks & Streetscapes Supervisor on [phone] or Human Resources on [phone].

Closing date: Applications are invited until 4:30pm on Sunday, 22 November 2026.

Interview date: Applications successfully shortlisted for interview will be offered an interview in early December.

The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from Aboriginal Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and people of all ages.

Attachments:
- Position Description Est 627 - Local Government Trainee - Parks and Gardens.pdf