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1 week ago
Join to apply for the Apprentice Horticulture x3 role at Illawarra Mercury.
Do you have a passion for working outdoors and city presentation?
Responsibilities- Support the Open Spaces team and gain practical skills in parks and reserve maintenance to keep our open spaces well presented and maintained.
- Rotate in areas of open spaces, parks and gardens, turf/sportsfield maintenance, greenkeeping, nursery, tree maintenance and bush regeneration. Based at Oak Flats Services Depot.
- Complete a Certificate III in Horticulture at Yallah TAFE to develop practical knowledge and skills related to the presentation of the city.
- Engage in on-the-job and off-the-job training as part of the apprenticeship, with potential for additional tickets (e.g., MR truck licence, forklift, loader competency).
- Participate in the Cadet, Apprentice and Trainee (CAT) program to support professional development and leadership growth within the Open Spaces team.
- Open to school leavers, mature age applicants, second year apprentices, and/or those who have started a Certificate III in Horticulture.
- Ability to complete a nationally recognised qualification while gaining four years of practical experience on the job.
Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 82,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. We are committed to a sustainable organisation, a strong culture, and core values. We have received state and national awards for various initiatives and offer a high-performing, flexible workplace with opportunities for growth.
Employment details and benefits- Temporary Full time up to 4 years (or duration of the apprenticeship) 38 hours per week with access to a 9 Day-fortnight
- Salary range from $601.70 per week (16 years old) up to $827.40 per week (18+) plus 12% superannuation
- On-the-job training; compulsory course costs paid by Council; leave to attend TAFE
- Great culture with a values-led and progressive team
- Employee benefits programs including novated leases, retail discounts, corporate fitness programs, EAP, and more
- Long service leave after five years, sick leave, health and wellbeing leave, and other local government benefits
- Pre-placement medical examination may be required
- General Construction Induction Card (White Card) prior to commencement
- Further information about the position is available in the position description
For further information about the selection process, please view our Guide To Applying. Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
Contact: Tiffany Henderson, Team Coordinator Parks (City West) on 0408 300 767 or Greg Perkins, Team Coordinator Parks (City East) on 0408 718 3.
Application timeline- Closing date: Wednesday, 24 September 2025 at 11:30pm
- Interview schedule: Group interviews on Tuesday, 14 October 2025
- Second-round interviews during the week of 27 October 2025 (times to be advised)
- Applications: Complete the online application and save progress if needed; resumes and qualifications can be attached on the next page
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the unique strengths and talents of all people. Your decision to apply signals alignment with our values of Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability.
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