Horticulture Traineeship

About Maxima:

Maxima is a leading Group Training Organisation - we manage recruitment, placement and ongoing support of trainees and apprentices on behalf of our host employers.

We aim to help you kick-start your career into the job or industry of your choice, boost your employment credentials and equip you with the skills and knowledge to be able to succeed in the future.

Your Host Employer:

Established in 1964, Barossa Village is a not-for-profit and community owned organisation who offer various living and housing options for the needs of older people within the Barossa region.

Barossa Village is committed to continuing to provide quality care and the infrastructure required to ensure the best life possible for older people into the future.

Benefits:

• Possible eligibility for up to $5,000 in first 2 years
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and licences provided
• Stable hours and leave entitlements
• Earn while you learn with no study debt
• Receive a nationally recognised qualification

The Role:

Maxima, and the Barossa Village, are looking for a motivated individual to undertake an entry-level Horticulture Traineeship.

This role will see you working hands-on within the village assisting with all gardening, landscaping, and preventative maintenance tasks. Across 3-years gain practical experience and receive paid study time towards achieving a nationally recognised

Certificate III in Horticulture.

Duties Include:

• Maintain community garden spaces
• Assist with building and ground maintenance
• Mulch, prune and water plants
• Pest and weed control
• Minor landscaping works
• Lay and install irrigation pipes and watering systems

About You:

• Great time management and organisation skills
• Thrives working within team environments and independently
• Willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic; punctual and reliable
• Ability to problemsolve and take initiative
• Previous experience in gardening or similar trades (advantageous)

Role Requirements:

• Current driver's licence and access to reliable vehicle
• National Police Clearance (or willing to obtain)
• Physically fit and prepared to undertake manual tasks
• Satisfactorily pass a preemployment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol test

How to Apply:

Recent school leavers are encouraged to apply.

National Traineeship wages and conditions apply.

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