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Apprentice Trade Gardener
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Apprenticeship Opportunity – Starting Early 2026
Are you looking for a career that gets you outdoors, keeps you active, and lets you work with nature?
Warren Shire Council is looking for a motivated person to join our team as an Apprentice Trade Gardener. This is a full-time, 4-year apprenticeship where you'll learn practical skills in horticulture and landscaping while helping keep our parks, gardens, and public spaces looking their best.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Assisting with the maintenance of parks, gardens, and sporting fields
* Learning how to plant, prune, mow, and care for a wide variety of plants and turf
* Operating garden and landscaping machinery and tools
* Helping with irrigation systems and landscape improvement projects
* Completing a nationally recognised Certificate III in Parks & Gardens qualification
What You'll Need:
* School Certificate
* Class C Driver's Licence (or be willing to obtain within 3 months of starting)
* A love for the outdoors and a strong willingness to learn
* A positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team
What We Offer You:
* A full-time, permanent role with a 9-day fortnight, for the 4-year term of the apprenticeship
* Apprentice wage between $482.00 to $827.40 per week (depending on age and experience)
* Leave and entitlements under the Local Government (State) Award
* Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow and learn
This position will start early 2026
The successful applicant will be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment prior to confirmation of employment.
Applications should include a cover letter and resume along with referees.
Applications can be lodged:
* Via mail – P.O. Box 6, Warren, NSW, 2824
* In person – 115 Dubbo Street, Warren, NSW, 2824
* Via email –
For enquiries, contact Engineering Department on or email
Warren Shire Council recognises the skills and attributes of Veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.
Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.