BENEFITS
* 4 year full time apprenticeship with structured training and support
* Great work/life balance with a 9-day fortnight
* Hands on experience working alongside skilled industry professionals
YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY STARTS HERE
Begin your Landscape Construction career with Skillinvest. Hosted by Northern Grampians Shire Council in Stawell, this apprenticeship provides practical on the job experience and the opportunity to complete a Certificate III in Landscape Construction.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
* Assist with preparing sites, plans and materials for landscape construction
* Install hardscape features including paths, walls, steps and timber structures
* Support softscape works such as planting, shaping and garden bed installation
* Help construct and maintain irrigation systems, ponds and other landscape elements
* Operate and care for tools, machinery and equipment safely
IS THIS YOU?
* Genuine interest in landscaping, horticulture and outdoor physical work
* Willingness to learn and complete a nationally recognised qualification
* Reliable, motivated and able to follow instructions on busy worksites
* Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
* Basic hand tool skills and confidence using equipment (training provided)
* Current driver's licence desirable
ABOUT YOUR HOST
Northern Grampians Shire Council is a forward thinking organisation committed to supporting its communities through innovation, collaboration and high quality service delivery. With a strong focus on flexible work practices and modern systems, the Council empowers its employees to work effectively across a range of locations while contributing to meaningful outcomes for the region.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please contact David Crooks on for a confidential discussion.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
To be eligible to receive an Apprenticeship or Traineeship and the government funding, candidates must be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia. New Zealand citizens must have resided in Australia for over 6 months to be eligible.
TO APPLY
Please submit an application including a resume and cover letter by clicking ' Apply Now '.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE
17 March
We appreciate all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
TO APPLY: Written applications including a resume and cover letter to be submitted by clicking Quick Apply.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We invite applications from all suitable candidates.