Horticulture Traineship

This is not your average gardening job!
 
The Role:

You will be part of council teams responsible for maintaining parks, reserves, streetscapes and community spaces. Work that is seen and used every day, keeping outdoor spaces functional, safe, and looking their best.
 
This 36-month fulltime traineeship will give you the opportunity to get your hands dirty and work outdoors.

You will develop skills and knowledge in a variety of areas with hands-on experience, and paid study towards achieving a nationally recognised Certificate III in Horticulture

Location:
Southwestern suburbs
 
Key responsibilities:

• General parks and garden maintenance.
• Mowing, edging, pruning and brush cutting.
• Planting, mulching, and weed control.
• Operating horticultural equipment and machinery.
• Verge, reserve and open space maintenance.
• Working within a team to maintain council landscapes and public spaces.

To be successful:

• Current driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Physically fit and healthy due to undertaking manual labour work
• Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment assessment including a drug and alcohol test
• Previous experience in gardening or similar trades (advantageous)
• Reliable with a positive attitude to work well within a team.

What’s in it for you:

• 9-day fortnight providing an excellent work-life balance
• Great team culture and supportive environment
• Opportunity to gain experience within Local Government
• Work outdoors across a variety of locations.
• Complete a free Certificate III in Horticulture

About Maxima:
  
Maxima is a leading Group Training Organisation – we manage recruitment, placement and ongoing support of trainees and apprentices on behalf of our host employers. We aim to help you kick-start your career into the job or industry of your choice, boost your employment credentials and equip you with the skills and knowledge to be able to succeed in the future.

National Training Wages Apply