Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship

Work outside everyday with leading Parks and Gardens business. If you love hands on work, are physically fit and want to earn a nationally recognised qualification while earning an income, then we would love to speak with you This company is a dynamic Landscape Construction and Maintenance Company operating nationwide out of their headquarters in Melbourne.

As a Parks and Gardens Apprentice you will learn how to correctly identify plants, measure PH levels of soil, as well as perform outdoor maintenance such as trimming, irrigation, mowing, weeding, planting, trees maintenance and undertake general land maintenance. You will also have to opportunity to specialise in either wetland or estate maintenance

**About you**:

- Physically fit and self-motivated
- Eager to work outdoors with an extensive variety of work sites, horticultural jobs and projects
- Strong team mentality with an attitude of helping others
- Positive attitude towards working full-time and gaining a nationally recognised qualification
- Valid white card and WWCC or willing to obtain
- A desire for excellence
- Consistently reliable and punctual at all times
- Commitment and dedication to TAFE studies
- Provisional license and own car is preferable

**Benefits Include**:

- Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- Great employee benefits and the opportunity to get your foot in the door for a future career
- This role is paid at award rate
- Dedicated, one-on-one mentoring to support and encourage you throughout your three year apprenticeship
- Reimbursed TAFE fees
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

**About us**:
Established in 1982, WPC Group is one of Australia's leading employers of apprentices and trainees. With an experienced mentor to support and guide you through, our aim is to see you succeed and confidently grow as a person and professional.

WPC Group 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
- Referral program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)