Apprentice Gardener

1 day ago

Blacktown, Australia Blacktown City Council Full time

**Job No**:BC2955***

**Location**:Blacktown, NSW***

***:
Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

**About the opportunity**

This 4 year Gardening apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to be a qualified professional and obtain a nationally recognised trade qualification, commencing January 2025.

Throughout the first three years of your apprenticeship, you will receive on the job training, and be completing a relevant TAFE Certificate. Your fourth year will be a purely practical experience. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will be working with, and supported by qualified tradespeople.

The salaries and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Blacktown City Council Enterprise Agreement.

**Who can apply**
- Applicants who are motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to providing a high standard of customer service
- Applicants who have strong verbal and written communication skills
- Applicants must be an Australian citizen or be eligible to work in Australia (evidence required)
- Applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

**How to apply**
- Blacktown City Council and 1300apprentice are partnering to conduct the initial recruitment process.
- Applications need to be submitted online through Council's online recruitment system
- The selection process requires chosen applicants for all positions to undertake an interview, aptitude test and a medical examination.

**Our commitment to safety**

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
- Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.

Best of luck.

**Closing date: Friday 27 September 2024, 11.59 pm**

**Internal ref: Blacktown City Council - Apprenticeship - BCC1092

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