
Grounds & Maintenance Apprentice - Tourist Parks
2 days ago
**Grounds Maintenance Apprentice - Tourist Parks
4-Year Term Contract
Salary $960.02 per week + 12% superannuation
Commencing 2 February 2026**
At Wollongong City Council, we continuously strive to create an
Extraordinary Wollongong
. We focus on the delivery of exceptional services, infrastructure and facilities for our community.
Wollongong is a great place to work, live and play
Together, our responsibility is to create an inclusive community where everyone is welcome, valued and belongs. Our strength is the diversity of our people.
We lead with courage, openness and curiosity and believe our employees are the key to our success. Learn more about us here.
The Opportunity
Do you have a passion for horticulture and a keen interest in maintaining gardens and landscapes? Join our Commercial Operations &
Property team as a Grounds Maintenance Apprentice and help keep our tourist parks looking their best.
As an Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced supervisors to maintain gardens, lawns, and facilities, ensuring our parks are safe, welcoming, and beautifully presented for visitors. You'll gain hands-on experience while completing a Certificate III in Horticulture - setting you up with practical skills and industry knowledge that will open the pathway to a career in Horticulture.
What You'll Learn:
- Practical horticulture skills including planting, pruning, and turf care
Safe use and maintenance of gardening tools and machinery
* Basic landscaping and irrigation techniques
* Workplace safety and environmental practices
* Teamwork and communication in a professional setting
We are looking for someone who:
- Is eligible to enrol in a Certificate III in Horticulture in 2026
- Has not completed or is currently studying a Certificate III or higher in this field and has as less than 6 months of experience in a similar role
- Is 16 years or over and have completed Yr 10 with a Record of School Achievement
- Holds a valid current P1 Drivers Licence
- Enjoys working outdoors and taking pride in maintaining high-quality green spaces
- Is reliable and self-motivated to take responsibility for their own development and learning
- Has the appropriate literacy, numeracy, and digital skills to support their learning to manage the educational and professional
requirements of the traineeship
- Works well in a team, takes pride in their work, and has a keen eye for detail
- Seeks and accepts constructive feedback from others.
- Is physically fit, comfortable working at heights and is capable of performing repetitive tasks.
- Has a commitment to understanding Work Health and Safety principles.
Why Join Us?
Explore our
Learning Pathways Program
and discover the benefits of working at Council. From professional development to a supportive team environment, we're here to help you grow.
Learn more
HERE
Information Sessions
will cover what is involved in the program, expectations, tips on how to apply for the roles. Please come along and meet our team. Choose one of the following sessions:
- Session 1 (Online): When:
Wednesday 1 October: 5:30- 6:30pm
: Location: via MS Teams Register here - Session 2 (Face to Face): When:
Wednesday 8 October: 5:30- 6:30pm:
Location
: Wollongong Youth Services (85 Burelli Street, Wollongong New South Wales 2500)
What's in it for you? - Our Learning Pathways Program
As a Signwriter Apprentice, you'll be part of our Learning Pathways Program, designed to support your growth every step of the way. Here's what you can expect:
- Discover how local government works
and the role we play in shaping our community. - Get involved in meaningful work
that makes a real impact. - Receive regular mentoring
from your supervisor to help build your confidence and skills. - Follow a tailored professional development plan
to help you succeed and be your best. - Gain valuable skills, knowledge and experience
that set you up for future success. - Enjoy paid time release
to attend classes or complete distance education as part of your study. - Graduate with an industry-recognised qualification.
- Be part of a fun, friendly and supportive team environment
We look forward to hearing from you. Together, let's create an extraordinary Wollongong.
For more information, click on 'Apply' to be redirected to Wollongong City Council's job vacancy page.
Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday 13 October 2025.
Assessment date for shortlisted applicants will be held 29 October 2025 (Please note: This will be the only available date)
We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity, you'll be welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who are culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), people with disability and veterans.
Wollongong Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which will include Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks, and may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Desired Skills and Experience
Sports Turf Management; Horticulture, apprentice
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