Salary: $47,064 per annum plus super, with yearly increases for the duration of the traineeship
Type: Full time, 3 year fixed term
Location: Osborne Park, WA

Why You'll Love Starting Your Career with Us:

• Get paid to learn with hands-on experience in a supportive team.
• Kickstart your future with structured training and career development.
• Enjoy work-life balance with family-friendly hours and a stable routine.

The City of Perth, the vibrant capital of Western Australia, is on a mission to drive the community’s aspirations forward. We’re seeking the best and brightest to join our team and help us achieve our ambitious goals.

Your Role:

As a Horticulture Trainee, you'll actively participate in TAFE-based study while gaining hands-on experience assisting with the maintenance of the City’s hard and soft landscape assets — including turf, gardens, trees, playgrounds, and associated infrastructure — under the guidance of the Parks and Environment team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under general direction and mentoring from senior staff (Supervisor, Team Leader, or Horticulturalist), assist with the delivery of daily landscape maintenance works across the City’s parks, mall streetscapes, and other landscaped areas as required;
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop new skills, including the successful completion of a Certificate III in Horticulture in accordance with the training contract;
• Operate a wide range of horticultural equipment and machinery, ensuring all tools are kept clean, safe, and in good working condition; and
• Participate in annual planning, training, and performance programs, and provide a professional, community-focused service when assisting internal staff, ratepayers, community groups, and visitors.

Who We’re Looking For:

A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and can effectively engage with both internal and external stakeholders. You’ll embody our core values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage, and Respect, which are crucial to our community-oriented approach.

How to Apply:

Click the ‘APPLY’ button to be directed to the City of Perth’s employment page. Once there, you can access the full application pack and submit your application, including your current resume and a brief cover letter.

Application Deadline:

Applications will no longer be accepted after 5:00PM, Sunday 31st August 2025.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We’re building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our community. We welcome applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

Note: Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.

Ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and supportive environment? Apply today and become a vital part of the City of Perth’s future!