Horticulture Trainee

2 weeks ago

Inner West Council, Australia Ability Advocates Full time

Are you a person with a disability, eager to embark on a fulfilling career journey? We have the perfect opportunity for you

Overview

Inner West Council seeks a motivated Horticulturist to maintain and enhance public spaces, including sports fields, turf wickets, and garden beds. This role involves performing a range of horticultural and maintenance services while upholding Workplace Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

This is a 12-month supported program, in which you will receive continuous assistance throughout this journey.

Key ResponsibilitiesMaintenance Services
  • Maintain sports fields, turf wickets, and garden beds.
  • Perform street cleaning, including mowing, planting, mulching, fertilising, spraying herbicides/pesticides, and watering.
Horticultural and Landscaping Services
  • Provide horticultural and landscaping services, including mowing, planting, mulching, fertilising, spraying herbicides/pesticides, and watering.
Planning and Execution
  • Plan and interpret instructions provided by maintenance teams to ensure tasks are completed effectively.
Equipment Maintenance
  • Conduct general cleaning and maintenance of trucks and plant equipment.
Safety and Environmental Compliance
  • Commit to Workplace Health, Safety, and Environmental Systems, adhering to council policies and guidelines.
Key Attributes and Selection Criteria
  • Willingness to complete a Certificate III in Horticulture.
  • Genuine interest in the field and enjoyment of working in outdoor environments.
  • Physical capacity to walk, bend, lift, and perform repetitive tasks as required.
  • Ability to represent Inner West Council professionally when dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong communication skills and a positive attitude toward teamwork.
  • Knowledge of safety procedures and a willingness to learn and apply them effectively.
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