APPRENTICE HORTICULTURIST

APPRENTICE HORTICULTURIST

Kickstart your career in Horticulture with Coolamon Shire Council!

We are seeking a motivated, reliable and enthusiastic first year Apprentice Horticulturist to join our Parks and Gardens team.

This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, has an interest in plants, gardens and the environment and is keen to develop practical skills while completing their Horticulture apprenticeship.

Working alongside our experienced Parks and Gardens team, you will gain hands on experience in the maintenance and care of Council’s parks, gardens and public spaces.

DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Parks and gardens maintenance

Mowing and general grounds maintenance

Gardening and landscaping

Planting and pruning

Tree and vegetation management

Weed and pest management

Irrigation maintenance

Learning to safely operate and care for equipment and machinery

Maintaining high standards of presentation across public spaces

ABOUT YOU

Has a genuine interest in Horticulture, gardening and working outdoors

Good communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills

Enthusiastic and willing to learn

Ability to undertake heavy manual work in all weather conditions

Reliable, punctual and takes pride in their work

Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Works well in a team setting

Committed to workplace health and safety

Willing to undertake a Cert III in Horticulture

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Full time – 38 hours per week

Rostered day off every 3 weeks

Weekly pay

Paid allowances

Local Government Award conditions

Nationally recognised qualification at the end of the apprenticeship

To view the position description, please click here.

For any enquiries, please contact Councils Executive Manager, Engineering and Technical Services, Matt Stubbs on (02) 6930 1800.

To apply for the position, please submit;

Cover Letter

Current Resume

Completed Coolamon Shire Council Job Application (can be accessed from the website)

 Applications are to be sent via email to [email protected], addressed to the General Manager of Coolamon Shire Council.

 Candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

 To be considered for this role, applications must be received by 5:00pm AEST, on Wednesday, 28th October 2026.

 Coolamon Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our employees feel valued, appreciated and accepted.