Seeking an apprentice Parks and Gardens
- Hourly rate + relevant award entitlements including penalty rates, overtime and allowances + superannuation
- 38 hours per week
- Sites include universities, private schools, councils, major sporting stadiums, golf courses, first-class sporting fields, clubs, and commercial properties, general maintenance and so much more!
**About the Role**:
As an Apprentice, you will have the privilege of learning from our qualified tradespeople who will serve as your mentors, guiding you towards achieving your Certificate III in your chosen field.
**Responsibilities**:
- Cultivate and maintain green spaces.
- Implement horticultural best practices for plant care.
- Collaborate with the Site Manager to enhance campus aesthetics.
- Conduct regular assessments of plant health and landscape conditions.
- Provide recommendations for landscaping improvements.
- Contribute to the overall environmental sustainability of the grounds.
**Benefits**:
- Paid training for career advancement: Earn while you learn, gaining valuable experience along the way.
- Prestigious site assignments: Work at renowned locations, contributing to Green Options' award-winning reputation.
- Career progression and continual development: Avail opportunities to grow within the company.
- A chance to stay fit while learning and earning: Embrace an active lifestyle through outdoor work.
**About You**:
- Punctuality: Be reliable and show up on time for your assigned tasks.
- Motivation: Demonstrate enthusiasm and a drive to excel in the field.
- Passion for the outdoors and gardening: Embrace the beauty of nature and possess a genuine interest in horticulture
- Keen eye for detail: Exhibit an observant and meticulous approach to ensure exceptional results
- Possession of a driver's license and own transportation: This is an essential requirement.
- WH&S; white card: Prior possession or willingness to obtain one, emphasising your commitment to workplace health and safety.
- Prior gardening work experience: While advantageous, it is not mandatory.
- Unique Student Identification (USI): Ensure you have your USI for the training program.
**Our Team & Culture**:
Discover Green by Nature, the merge of four leading landscape services businesses across Australia and Recent Zealand: Green Options, Super Gardens, Skyline Landscape Services, and Recreational Services. With a 120-year legacy, our Group's purpose is to enhance lives by constructing, nurturing, and maintaining exceptional green spaces. As a dynamic force in the industry, we invite you to join us in shaping a future where the collective strength of our team transforms landscapes and uplifts communities across Australasia.
At Green by Nature, we embrace and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
**How to Apply**:
Grow with us at Green by Nature! Submit your resume today.
📌 Apprentice
🏢 Green Options
📍 Canberra