Apprentice Parks and Gardens

• Salary $43,024.80 p/a to $55,816.80 p/a + super
• Temporary full-time position (up to 4 Years)
• 38 hours per week/ 9 day fortnight
• Undertake Park and Garden maintenance while studying to achieve a Trade qualification

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Are you passionate about nature, outdoor spaces, and working with your hands?

Council is looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Apprentice in Parks & Gardens to join our dedicated team!

This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in horticulture and landscaping, while contributing to the maintenance and beautification of our beautiful parks and gardens.

Reporting to the Supervisor Parks Maintenance, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the maintenance and care of public parks, gardens, and green spaces
• Planting, pruning, and mulching to enhance the appearance of local areas
• Operating and maintaining garden machinery and equipment
• Supporting our skilled team in landscape construction and development projects
• Learning on the job while working towards a nationally recognized qualification in horticulture

Required experience & skills:

• Year 10 Record of School Achievement or Higher School Certificate
• Commitment to complete the Certificate III in Parks and Gardens trade qualification
• Current Class C Driver’s licence
• Willingness to undertake WHS Construction Induction Certificate (White Card) training
• Willingness to undertake Chemical AQF 3 training

Join us in making a positive difference in our community, all while developing your skills and setting yourself up for a rewarding career.

* Salary for this position is as per the Award

Benefits

• 38 hour working week/ 9 day fortnight
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
• Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Structured training and support throughout your apprenticeship
• A dynamic work environment with a focus on safety
• The chance to be part of a highly respected team dedicated to excellence
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
• Work alongside experienced horticulturists, landscape gardeners, and maintenance experts who will guide and mentor you throughout your apprenticeship
• Work in an inclusive and diverse environment that fosters respect and equal opportunities for all employees

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here

For more information, please refer to the Position Description.

Attach your resume and address the three compulsory questions outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Recommendation: prepare your answers to the compulsory questions on a word document first.

Like to know more? Contact Chris Jones, Supervisor Parks Maintenance – 9424 0692

Closes: 11:30pm, Thursday 5 June 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer