(26-059)
Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
In conjunction with SMGT, Mildura Rural City Council currently have the opportunity for a Parks & Garden apprentice to join their team.
Work and be paid while completing your Certificate III in Parks & Gardens. This position is paid above apprentice wage with the opportunity to move into a permanent full time position at the completion of the apprenticeship. With the benefit of a nine day fortnight and on the job training this position has plenty to offer.
Position Objectives,
Duties include but not limited to:
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Undertaking on-the-job training and attending trade school to obtain a trade qualification in Parks and Gardens Horticulture.
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Providing quality maintenance to parks, gardens and streetscapes throughout the municipality in accordance with Council practices and procedures.
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Undertaking routine parks and gardens maintenance programs.
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Mowing, edging and brush cutting grassed areas.
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Preparing and maintaining seedling beds, including watering, fertilising and cultivation.
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Planting and maintaining seedlings, trees and shrubs.
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Weeding and maintaining garden beds and landscaped areas.
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Undertaking weed, pest and plant disease control measures.
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Operating horticultural and turf maintenance machinery and equipment, including tractors and mowers (once trained and assessed).
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Cleaning parks and reserves, including collecting litter and maintaining public areas, furniture and structures.
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Collecting and disposing of grass clippings, tree branches and removed plants.
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Maintaining tools, machinery and equipment in a clean, safe and serviceable condition.
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Completing daily pre-start safety checks, maintenance logbooks and required documentation.
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Following workplace health and safety procedures and using appropriate personal protective equipment.
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Working as part of a team to complete scheduled maintenance programs.
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Completing all required trade school training, assignments and practical assessments.
REQUIRED FOR POSITION*
Please see the attached application form for R2809 Certificate III in Parks & Gardens - Note this form is required when submitting application otherwise your submission will not be accepted.
Application Form - Parks & Gardens Trainee R2809
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Genuine interest in parks, gardens, horticulture and outdoor maintenance.
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Ability and commitment to undertake and complete all aspects of the traineeship.
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Ability to attend trade school within designated hours and complete all required training.
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Availability to undertake shift work in accordance with rostering requirements.
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Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, take direction and show initiative.
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Basic knowledge of garden, turf, tree and plant care and maintenance.
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Basic understanding of occupational health and safety practices and procedures associated with parks and gardens maintenance.
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain positive working relationships.
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Ability to undertake physical tasks, including lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, standing and walking for extended periods.
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Ability to operate or willingness to learn to operate parks and gardens machinery and equipment.
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Current driver's licence.
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Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or be willing to obtain one prior to employment.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Additionally, applicants may also be required to undergo a National Criminal History check and/or medical check as per the requirements of the role.Â
If you have any further queries on this position, please contactDesiree Carson on 0418 365 740 or SMGT office on 03 5022 1833.
All applications must include a cover letter.Â
Cert: | Certificate III in Parks and Gardens |
Closing date: | Thursday November 26th, 2026 |
Contract: | fulltime |
Job Number: | 26-059 |