Apprentice - Nursery - First Nations Identified Position

Apprentice - Nursery - First Nations Identified Position

Job No: SSC1541

Location: Sutherland Shire

Are you ready to start a rewarding career in a nursery role? Sutherland Shire Council is looking for a motivated apprentice to join our Parks and Natural Areas Team This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience whilst completing a Certificate III in Nursery Operations over four years.

Responsibilities

- Help grow and look after plants in a nursery.

- Keep the nursery clean, safe, and well organised.

- Learn how to use tools and equipment safely.

- Attend training to earn your qualification.

- Work with a team that supports you

About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire Council is offering a four‑year apprenticeship for someone who wants to build a career in nursery work. You’ll help grow and care for plants while studying for a Certificate III in Nursery Operations.

Join us and be part of an organisation that values inclusion, sustainability, and the importance of safety in the workplace.

Position Overview

This role is a chance to work on land that holds deep meaning. You’ll help care for plants and spaces that connect people to Country, culture, and community. Your knowledge and connection to Country are valued and respected.

You will be responsible for completing retail, plant production, and nursery maintenance duties while adhering to safety guidelines and contributing to customer service.

As part of this apprenticeship, candidates will attend an allocated Registered Training Organisation and complete all required learning components to achieve the National Training Register - AHC31124 Certificate III in Nursery Operations.

Candidate Profile

- Satisfactory completion of Year 10.

- Able to do outdoor work and lift things safely.

- Willing to learn and work with tools and equipment.

- It’s helpful if you have a driver’s licence (but not required).

This apprenticeship is exclusively open to individuals of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background under section 126 of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1977. You will be required to meet the following criteria:

- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.

- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

- is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Application Details

Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume.

Get your application in by 11:59 pm on Sunday 9 November 2025.

Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing.

Hours of work: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week with a 9‑day fortnight. 4‑year apprenticeship opportunity.

To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme, novated lease options and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Peoples Dedicated EAP (Employee Assistance Line).

Suitable candidates are subject to employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid‑19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Aaron Leahy at aleahy@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries. Melanie Silburn at msilburn@ssc.nsw.gov.au, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs and events.

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