We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Horticultural Apprentice. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for assisting in the maintenance and development of our parks and gardens.

• Assist in the maintenance of gardens, parks, and other green spaces
• Participate in the development of new gardens and landscapes
• Operate a range of horticultural equipment and tools
• Assist in the implementation of horticultural projects and initiatives
• Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve shared goals

• Completion of Year 10 or equivalent
• Current unrestricted C class national driver's licence
• Physically fit and capable of undertaking manual tasks
• High level of attention to detail
• Self-motivated and keen to learn
• Ability to problem solve
• Be a confident communicator
• Ability to follow instructions and take direction from Team Leader/Supervisor
• A strong team player
• Basic knowledge of horticultural tools
• Reliable and hardworking
• Computer skills with the ability to operate software programs, tablets and mobile devices
• Ability to organise own work and apply time management principles

• Uniform, boots and tools provided
• Compulsory course costs are paid by the City
• Flexible working hours including 9-day fortnight
• Free recreation centre membership
• A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions including salary sacrificing options
• Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments with matching additional contributions made by the City in accordance with the City's Enterprise Agreement
• Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave; including annual, personal/ carers, parental, study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate and bereavement leave
• Employee Assistance Program support