We are a family owned & run business located in Port Stephens on the search for our next Apprentice Gardener to join the team.
This is a full-time on-going position available now for the right candidate that enjoys working in the great outdoors & has a passion to learn more about Horticulture.
You will complete your Parks & Gardens Apprenticeship course at TAFE whilst gaining valuable on the job training, learning from our senior managers who are all experienced career Horticulturalist & Landscapers.
Day to day activities will be varied including general grounds maintenance - Lawn mowing, gardening, chemical spraying, pruning, planting, laying turf, mulching; along with assisting on Landscaping jobs from time to time.
Christmas Holidays (plus other regular holiday breaks during the year)
4 daywork week onsite plus one day studying at TAFE.
Above award wage, paid weekly. Plus bi-annual performance bonus.
Uniforms & tools provided.
A genuine career path with future career progression.
A great supportive team environment. We work hard but we like to have a laugh too.
Key responsibilities:
* Perform gardening activities as instructed including mowing; edging; sweeping / blowing; pruning; hedge / tree trimming; general gardening; pest & disease control; potting & planting.
* Assist on landscape construction jobs from time to time as required.
* Be proactive in providing quality & safe gardening activities.
* Ensure all equipment is always maintained & is in a safe working order.
* Operate all equipment & machinery in a safe & professional manner.
* Ensure PPE is used for required tasking.
* Learning on the job and at TAFE to pass your course to the best of your ability.
Current drivers licence. (You will need to provide a copy of your online Driving record from Services NSW).
Physically fit and healthy with a positive "lets do this" attitude
Be well presented, punctual, reliable & ready to work.
National police criminal history & working with children checks will be required as part of your application.
No experience necessary however you must be physically fit, keen & ready to learn.
We are looking for a reliable team player that has a genuine passion for Horticulture and a strong work ethic to match the rest of the team. Someone that wants to learn the trade for a long career to come.
Mature age applicants are welcome to apply, as are those currently completing an apprenticeship in either Horticulture or Landscape Construction (we are about to advertise for another LS Construction Apprentice as well).
Who are we:
We are a family owned Landscaping, Garden Maintenance & Design business based in Port Stephens NSW & servicing the Port Stephens, Newcastle, Maitland areas along with parts of the Hunter.
Our Senior Management have accrued over 90years combined experience across Landscaping & Horticulture.
We pride ourselves on delivering quality outcomes for our clients; along with a safe & supportive work culture for our team.
How to apply:
If you, or someone you know is interested in finding out more:
Send through your application to ******@fchortcare.com
Please provide a brief resume &/or cover letter detailing why you're the best person for the job.
To discuss further prior to submitting your application please feel free to call Amy on ***.
Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .
#J-18808-Ljbffr