Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship
3 weeks ago
City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world‑class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.
Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.
About the Role
City of Ryde Council in partnership with the NSW Government is offering a Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship position as part of the 'Fresh start for Local Government Apprentices, Trainees and Cadets’ Program.
A Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship is a four‑year apprenticeship program. The successful candidate will join City of Ryde’s City Parks and Open Spaces team which is responsible for the City of Ryde’s sportsgrounds, passive parks and associated buildings.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and a great way to kick‑start your career. You get paid on‑the‑job training, whilst also completing a nationally recognised qualification.
What you’ll bring to the role
- Willingness to enrol and complete a Cert III Park and Gardens qualification
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and operating gardening equipment.
- Strong focus on maintaining the appearance and health of plants, lawns, and garden features.
- Ability to work effectively with other parks and gardens staff in a collaborative environment.
- Willing to learn new skills and participate in business improvement initiatives
- Commitment to workplace safety
- WHS General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or willingness to obtain.
- Current C Class driver's licence (P1 minimum) or ability to obtain.
- Accrue a rostered day off approximately every 3 weeks
- 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
- Annual performance reviews and Award increases
- Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
- Various health & well‑being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)
Your commencing salary will be in the range from $25,064 - $49,280 pa + superannuation dependent upon your age and qualifications.
How to apply
Apply now using our fast, easy to use online application process. In addition to answering the on-line application questions shown below, you will need to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a separate cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Sunday 09 November 2025 at 11:30pm
EEO Statement
City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety.
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