City of Canning

Horticulture Apprentice

Kickstart your green career in local government!

We’re looking for a Horticulture Apprentice to join our dedicated Parks & Environment team. This is your chance to learn from experienced professionals while gaining hands-on experience in maintaining and enhancing our beautiful parks, gardens, and public spaces.

If you’re looking to cultivate your career, please see below for more information and how to apply!

What will I do as Horticulture Apprentice?

• Work fulltime while you balance learning a trade and attend TAFE for a Certificate III Horticulture
• Assist with planting, pruning, and maintaining trees, lawns, streetscapes, and gardens
• Turf mowing using different types of plant and equipment
• Minor turf maintenance including fertilising, top dressing and turfing
• Pest and weed control to ensure the health and appearance of our parks and streetscapes
• Operate and maintain various plant and equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety
• Work collaboratively with the team to achieve and exceed maintenance standards
• Attend TAFE lectures and completing assignments on time

Who we’re looking for:

• You have enthusiasm and a keen interest in horticulture, gardening, and hands-on, outdoor work!
• You have a positive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt
• You’re able to operate plant and machinery safely
• You’re happy and ready to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• You have a strong work ethic, enjoy working in teams and listen to instructions well
• You’ve completed year 10 (at a minimum)
• You can commit to a 3 year Apprenticeship and studies at TAFE
• You can provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance, and a C class driver’s license is desirable

Why you’ll love working at the City!

• Get paid while you gain a nationally recognised qualification
• A 3-year Apprenticeship, working full-time hours with a supportive team, Monday to Friday
• 9 day fortnight – have an RDO every second week!
• $843.09 - $1264.64 per week + super (wages are dependent on age, apprentice year and school years completed)
• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave
• We match super contributions to help you save for your future
• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Membership to Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness)

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference!  With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”.  You may also contact Reuben Thom on 0409 328 761 for a confidential discussion.

Applications are open until 5.00pm, 23 February 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.