The Position Scotch College is looking for a motivated Apprentice Gardener to join our Facilities Department. In this full-time position, you will develop a wide range of gardening skills while helping maintain the grounds and gardens across our 22-hectare campus. The successful applicant will be completing a Certificate III in Horticulture. The Facilities Department is well resourced with state-of-the-art machinery and appliances along with a highly skilled team. The Apprentice Gardener will report to the Facilities Manager and will work in a team of approximately twenty facilities staff. This role supports and contributes to the high standard of maintaining the pristine grounds of Scotch College. The role is 40 hours per week, 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with a monthly rostered day off. Why Choose Us? Be part of a respected and values-driven school community Work in beautifully maintained grounds with diverse plant life Learn from experience gardening professionals Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in creative landscaping and grounds maintenance Supportive team environment with a strong emphasis on integrity, service, and stewardship What You’ll Learn Planting, pruning, and maintaining a variety of garden beds, shrubs, trees, and roses Techniques for water-wise gardening and sustainable landscaping Use and maintenance of gardening equipment like mowers, burhs cutters, and tractors Reticulation installation and repair Fertilising, chemical safety, and responsible spraying practices Safe operation of vehicles and setup for school events Time and resource management in a professional setting About You Enthusiastic and eager to learn about horticulture Interest in native Australian flora and sustainable gardening Good communication skills and team-orientated mindset Hold a current driver’s license Benefits Competitive salary along with four weeks annual leave An additional six days of gifted leave per year A uniform, including safety boots and PPE, is provided by the College on a yearly basis. Morning tea and lunch is provided each day during term time The ability to up skill through professional development in many different disciplines About Scotch Scotch College Western Australia is one of Australia’s leading independent schools, with a 125-year-old history of academic excellence. Nestled in leafy Swanbourne on 22 spacious hectares, the College caters for 1500 students in Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12, including over 120 boarders from across the world. We are an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that offers a learning programme based on the Western Australian and Australian Curriculum and a choice in Years 11 & 12 of three pathways: WACE, VET or IB Diploma. Scotch College weaves longstanding traditions and Christian values with contemporary education to foster global citizens. We are well-known for our incredible breadth of education and our supportive community. We believe in lifelong learning and offer all staff boundless opportunities to build new skills and develop their career. Each day at work, you will access advanced technologies, work within state-of-the-art facilities, and collaborate with staff who are leaders in their areas of expertise. Discover our abundant staff benefits at https://www.scotch.wa.edu.au/employment/working-at-scotch. Application Information Applications should be submitted via the SEEK website with a cover letter addressed to the Headmaster and your current resume. Cover letters should be a maximum of one page addressing why you would like to work at Scotch College and what you would bring to the role. Scotch College takes child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at Scotch College are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to apply for a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a National Police Clearance. Further information can be found on the Scotch College website: www.scotch.wa.edu.au/view/employment Applications close: 9am, Tuesday, 3 June 2025 Enquiries regarding application process Emma Kinsey, People & Culture Advisor Tel: 9460 6653 Email: Scotch.wa.edu.au Enquiries regarding expectations and conditions of the position Matt Luton, Facilities Manager Tel: 9383 6920 Email: scotch.wa.edu.au