Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship - Maribyrnong
Core
Assist qualified horticulturists in maintaining, protecting, and enhancing local parks, reserves, creeks, and open spaces through practical on-the-job training and formal study.
Role type
Apprentice Horticulturist (Parks & Gardens)
Builds
Local community green spaces including parks, reserves, and creek corridors
Domain
Municipal services / Horticulture / Outdoor maintenance
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Operating and maintaining vehicles, plant, and machinery; Weeding, herbicide spraying, brush-cutting, mulching, mowing, and pruning; Path repairs and fencing; Nursery management; Safety inspections and reporting; Administrative logging
Preferred skills
Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions; Team collaboration
Technologies
Council vehicles, plant, and machinery
Responsibilities
Assist with green space maintenance tasks; Help with asset care including path repairs and fencing; Inspect parks and report on damaged fixtures; Safely operate and maintain equipment; Complete daily timesheets and maintenance logs; Participate in apprenticeship training courses
Seniority
Entry-level Apprentice