Horticultural Trainee
Level 1 - $45,837.90- $81,117.20 per annum + 12% superannuation + Cert III Horticulture
12 month Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract

Your Traineeship

As a Horticultural Trainee, you'll learn how to care for plants, support nursery operations, and help keep our parks and gardens thriving. This hands-on role offers real-world experience, professional development, and a pathway to a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III Horticulture).

What You'll Be Doing

As a Horticulture Trainee, you'll help maintain and improve the Town's parks and gardens.

Supporting the team in maintaining and enhancing public green spaces, gardens, and landscaped areas
Learning and applying horticultural practices such as planting, pruning, mulching, and weed control to promote healthy plant growth
Assisting with general grounds maintenance to ensure outdoor areas are safe, tidy, and visually appealing
Operating small plant equipment (training provided) - Use tools and equipment like ride-on mowers, whipper snippers, hedge trimmers, and blowers
Contributing to seasonal planting and garden upgrades, bringing sustainable options to community spaces

This position is based on a fixed-term opportunity of 12 months whilst you complete your Certificate III in Horticulture as part of a traineeship. You'll also be working alongside experienced team members every step of the way.
For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Ability to apply for a White Card
• National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain)
• Current 'C' class drivers license (desirable) or have dependable transport to ensure timely arrival at work
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary, our Horticulture Trainee will be entitled to a range of benefits including:

• Superannuation - 12% employer contribution, with the option to increase to 14%
• Wellness Allowance - $300 on a pre-loaded mastercard for full-time employees after probation (and annually thereafter)
• Generous Leave - 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• National Qualification - Earn a recognised horticulture qualification (Certificate III Horticulture)
• Weekly Study Day - Dedicated time each week for your learning
• Wellness Program - Free gym & pool access, fresh fruit in offices, and family support through our Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Packaging - Boost your take-home pay with flexible options
• Personal Leave - Paid time off for personal matters (conditions apply)
• Health Discounts - Save with Medibank or BUPA private health cove
• Uniform Allowance - Up to $400 annually to keep you work-ready

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721
Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.
Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.
For further information about this position please contact .au
The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Tuesday 30th September 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities