Parks and Gardens Apprentice

NextGen Jobs has a fantastic opportunity available for an individual who is ready to start their career in the horticulture industry

This opportunity is great for an individual looking to gain an invaluable experience working **at Fawkner Memorial Park**, the head office location of **Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (GMCT).**

GMCT manages 19 locations memorial parks and cemeteries across the Greater Melbourne region, servicing a wide range of customers and the unique needs of our diverse communities.

**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
- Co-operate and collaborate with other members of the Parks and Gardens team as required
- Undertake the required schooling/TAFE to a satisfactory level to complete the three year apprenticeship
- Follow Occupational Health and Safety policies in the workplace

**About you**
- Drivers licence required, or close to obtaining
- Physically fit and self-motivated
- Eager to work outdoors
- Strong team mentality
- Positive attitude towards working full-time and gaining a nationally recognised qualification
- A desire for excellence
- Consistently reliable and punctual at all times
- Commitment to TAFE studies

**Benefits include**:

- Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- TAFE fees reimbursed
- Join the distinguished team at GMCT headquarters, offering a vast and picturesque work environment
- Easy public transport access - the vUpfield train line runs right through Fawkner Memorial Park
- Dedicated mentor to support your growth and success throughout your three year apprenticeship
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP Service) to support your well being

**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.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Apprenticeship

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person