Apprenticeships in Parks and Garden
Are you passionate about horticulture and ready to grow your career? Murrumbidgee Council is offering an exciting opportunity for a Parks and Gardens Apprentice to join our team.
There is apprenticeships for Coleambally, Darlington Point and Jerilderie and you will based at our Coleambally, Darlington Point, and Jerilderie Depot, you will work alongside our Parks and Gardens Specialist and Coordinator, gaining hands-on experience while working toward a nationally recognised Certificate III in Parks and Gardens over 4 years.
As an apprentice, you’ll be mentored by experienced professionals and supported by a skilled team as you develop practical knowledge and technical skills in:
· Horticultural maintenance
· Garden and landscape care
· Maintenance of parks, reserves, and public spaces
· Use and care of tools and machinery
Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award 2023 with salary ranging from $601.70 to $1230.40 per week and is depended on age.
We encourage school levers and mature age to apply.
The successful candidate
A key requirement for this opportunity is your commitment and motivation to complete your trade over a four-year fixed term. This includes theoretical blocks of training, most likely in Wagga Wagga.
To be successful in this role, you will also need to have the following:
· An ability to work as part of a team
· A can-do attitude, willingness to learn and to develop new skills
· An ongoing commitment to safety, quality and principles of continuous improvement
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity. For a confidential discussion, in the first instance, please contact Sarah Gurciullo People and Culture Officer on 0417 765 465.
Please email your resume and cover letter to: jobs@murrumbidgee.nsw.gov.au
Applications will be reviewed on Monday 18 August
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