Horticulture Trainee

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Overview

Horticulture Trainee – multiple opportunities available in Sydney, NSW. Traineeship program allows you to earn while you learn and work toward a Certificate III in Horticulture over 24 months, with on-the-job training and face-to-face classes approximately one day every three weeks at Penrith.

About Inner West Council

Inner West Council (IWC) is a large local government council serving a community of 201,000 people. The council values Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Compassion and Collaboration.

Permanent employees benefit from a gym membership from $16.60/week, with access to a wide network of gyms in Sydney.

Role and responsibilities

You will work in a team to keep parks and open spaces looking their best. Tasks include mowing, planting, mulching, fertilising, spraying and watering, and maintaining trucks and equipment. Safety and environmental care are core to the role.

Please read the Position Description to understand all requirements and conditions.

Remuneration

From $827.40 per week + 12% superannuation

Qualifications, skills and experience
  • Commitment to undertake and complete all required tasks
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the public, co-workers and management
  • Current C Class Driver's Licence (P plate acceptable)
Enquiries

Craig Barnett, Parks & Streetscapes Operations Manager, on (02) 9335 2261

Closing date

Sunday 21 September 2025, 11:30 PM

Apply as soon as you can as the role will close when filled.

How to apply

Read the Position Description to ensure your application addresses the requirements. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. If you need support or reasonable adjustments, please advise in your application. All new workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to starting work or have a valid medical contraindication.

Eligibility and pre-employment checks

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to pre-employment checks (police checks, qualifications, driver's licence, work rights). Copies of documents may be required for verification. For information about work rights in Australia, visit the Department of Home Affairs.

Inner West Council is an inclusive employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, migrants, and veterans.

Notes

This description may include references to related roles and locations for context.

Apprentice Horticulture – Parks and Gardens Certificate III and other related roles are listed with various locations and timelines from time to time.


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