▷ Apply Now: Apprentice Horticulturist

6 days ago

Albany, Australia VenuesWest Full time

BGPAOA, Level ST1 or ST2, $37,347 or $50,927 p.a. plus 12% Superannuation

We aim to connect and empower communities, conserve WA's unique flora and celebrate local identity. Immerse yourself in world-recognised botanic gardens, parklands and urban bushlands.

Job Description

An Apprentice Horticulturist (Turf) will undertake on‑the‑job learning with BGPA’s operational teams, managing turf areas at Kings Park while studying a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management through a nominated RTO.

Key responsibilities include:

- Managing and maintaining turf areas and parklands at Kings Park.

- Performing frequent and often strenuous physical activity in exposed environments and all weather conditions.

- Working as part of a team on all aspects of turf horticulture.

- Passing a physical and medical assessment to ensure suitability for the role.

We expect you to demonstrate Personal Leadership and positive change within the organisation.

Selection Criteria

- Successful completion of Year 10.

- Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills.

- Strong work ethic and willingness to undertake manual work as part of a team.

- Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of turf horticulture.

- Knowledge of and enthusiasm for Western Australian flora.

About Us

We are the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies.

Benefits

- Flexible working arrangements.

- 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.

- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay each December.

- 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.

- Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

- Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.

- A confidential employee assistant programme (EAP) including psychology and counselling services.

- Well‑established learning and development programmes.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online. Provide the following documents:

- A covering letter.

- A statement addressing the five requested criteria (maximum three pages).

- A current CV and the details of two referees, one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

Contact

For further information, contact Mike Baldwin at (08) 9480 3653 or visit https://www.bgpa.wa.gov.au/.

Eligibility

- Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency are required for permanent appointment.

- Visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia is required for contract employment.

- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Pre‑Employment Checks

- National Police Check (issue date not older than 6 months).

- Pre‑employment medical assessment.

- Current “C” class driver’s licence.

Substantive Equality Statement

BGPA welcomes applications from all people, including those with disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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