At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and enhance local parks while learning hands-on horticulture skills.
- Company: Join AGA, a leader in shaping futures and creating opportunities.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn with a full-time apprenticeship and professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team committed to inclusivity and safety.
- Why this job: Work outdoors, connect with nature, and make a difference in your community.
- Qualifications: Passion for horticulture and a current driver's licence required.
The predicted salary is between 990 - 1210 $ per month.
- Kickstart Your Career: Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship
- Role Type: Full-Time Apprenticeship (Earn While You Learn)
- Reports To: Team Leader Parks & Open Space
Are you passionate about the outdoors?
Do you want to shape the green spaces of your local community?
AGA is looking for a Maribyrnong City Council is looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Horticulture (Parks & Gardens) to join our team.
You will work alongside qualified Horticulturists to maintain, protect, and enhance our beautiful parks, reserves, creeks, and open spaces.
This hands-on role combines practical on-the-job training with formal study to set up your career in horticulture.
What You Will Do
- Green Space Maintenance: Assist with weeding, herbicide spraying, brush-cutting, mulching, mowing, and pruning.
- Asset Care: Help with path repairs, fencing, and nursery management.
- Safety & Monitoring: Inspect parks and report on damaged or dangerous park fixtures.
- Equipment Upkeep: Safely operate and maintain council vehicles, plant, and machinery.
- Administration: Complete daily timesheets, maintenance requests, and quality logs.
- Formal Learning: Attend and participate in all required apprenticeship training courses.
Who We Are Looking For
- Nature Lovers: A genuine interest in horticulture, plants, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Team Players: A positive attitude with a willingness to learn from qualified professionals.
- Safety Conscious: Commitment to maintaining safe work practices and following council policies.
- Inclusive Thinkers: Ready to actively support and promote Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) in the workplace.
- Applicants must hold a current drivers lic
About us
At AGA, we’re not just another workplace — we’re a leader in the GTO industry, shaping futures and creating opportunities. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:
- Work within a forward-thinking, high-performance team environment
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that lead to superior service delivery
- Professional growth and development in a respected organization
Important Details
- Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
- This role requires a Working with Children Check and an Australian Federal Police Check, which we will arrange for the successful applicant.
AGA are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship – Maribyrnong in Melbourne employer: Aga Australia
AGA is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment in Korumburra that fosters professional growth and development. As one of Australia's largest providers of employment and training services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that makes a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying the benefits of a collaborative remote work culture.
