Yarra Ranges Shire Council

2 months ago

Lilydale, Australia NextGen Jobs Full time

NextGen Jobs has a fantastic opportunity available for an individual who is ready to start their carer in the horticulture industry. Are you interested in working outdoors within a government establishment?

This **three year Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship** is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is looking for career growth and to gain invaluable experience working within the parks of the **Yarra Ranges Shire Council**

**About the role**

As a member of the Parks and Gardens team, the Apprentice will be required to undertake maintenance in horticulture such as, but not limited to:

- Mowing
- Weeding
- Planting
- Litter removal
- Weed Spraying
- Mulching
- Pruning
- Watering
- Irrigation repairs
- Record daily activities in a work journal.
- Collaborate with other members of the Parks and Gardens team as required
- Undertake the required schooling to a satisfactory level to complete the four year apprenticeship.
- Follow Occupational Health and Safety policies in the workplace.

**About you**
- Physically fit and self-motivated
- Passion for working outdoors with interest in variety of work sites, horticultural jobs and projects
- Strong team mentality with an attitude of helping others
- Can-do attitude
- Ability to plan and prioritise work
- Consistently reliable and punctual
- Commitment and dedication to TAFE studies
- Machinery operating skills are an added advantage, though not required
- Driver's licence preferred

**Benefits include**:

- Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- TAFE fees reimbursed
- Work in the Local Government Sector
- Diverse work - get a chance to work across multiple teams;
Parks, Bushlands, Tree Team and Sporting fields.
- Beautiful scenery and natural landscape.
- This role is paid at Award Rates
- Dedicated mentor to support your growth and success throughout your three year apprenticeship.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP Service) to support your wellbeing.

**About us**:
NextGen Jobs enables the careers of the future, today. We offer tailored, innovative apprenticeship and traineeship programs that are designed to rapidly build practical skills and future-proof organisations. We source highly capable talent for organisations and we do this through our deeply established roots in community.

NextGen Jobs values and recognises diversity in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively support applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We offer safe and inclusive working environments where you can learn, grow and achieve your career objectives.

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Lilydale, VIC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Do you have any experience, whether through work or personal activities, in outdoor settings? Please note this is NOT a requirement, rather an added advantage.

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

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