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Certificate III in Horticulture

Position Requirements

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on outdoor work and is looking to establish a long-term career in the horticulture industry. As a trainee, you will gain skills across a wide range of horticultural activities, including plant care, landscape maintenance, soil and plant nutrition, weed and pest control, irrigation support, and the general upkeep of green spaces.

We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual who is physically fit, enjoys working outdoors in all conditions, and is committed to completing their qualification. Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, landscaping, or outdoor labouring is beneficial but not essential — full training will be provided as part of the traineeship.

Duties include:

  • Weed and pest control
  • Plant care
  • Record fertiliser usage.
  • Check that irrigation is working properly.
  • General upkeep of the Gardens
  • Lawn mowing & Whipper Snippering
  • Assisting in the general maintenance across the gardens
  • Able to work in a team and independently
  • Daily tasks to be completed as directed by Supervisor

Personal Requirements

  • Interested in practical and mechanical work
  • Able to undertake manual work
  • Must be punctual, polite and reliable at all times
  • Able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
  • Driver’s Licence Essential
  • Possess a genuine interest and desire to learn on the job
  • Highly organised, with great attention to detail
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
Paid under the Horticulture Award 2020 & The National Training Wage

Have further questions?

If you have any further queries on this position, please contact Susie Stafford on 0409 178 770 or SMGT office on (03) 5022 1833.

Job Overview

Cert:
Certificate III in Horticulture
Closing date:
Wednesday August 5th, 2026
Contract:
fulltime
Job Number:
26-032

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