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Job No:BC3110Location:Blacktown, NSWBlacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 435,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs.Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community, and more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.With $24.8 billion regional economy, Blacktown City is also home to 30,000 businesses. Working at Blacktown City Council provides widespread, exciting professional opportunities. Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney. We are implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for our residents and businesses.Our Council is led by highly skilled and experienced professionals, working with talented and passionate teams across a diverse range of business units. We are delivering high quality, customer-focused services, experiences, and facilities, and leading a program of strategic planning, activity and investment.Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people.We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.About the opportunityReady to grow your career in turf management? We are looking for 2 enthusiastic Apprentice Greenkeeper BISP to join our dedicated team at Blacktown International Sports Park on term-contract, full-time basis for up to 4 years. In this hands-on role, you will attend and excel in your Certificate III Sports Turf Management studies at a leading Registered Training Organisation. You will apply your growing knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality work in line with your apprenticeship stage, gradually requiring less guidance as your competence blossoms.An ideal candidate will be actively involved in the preparation, improvement, and maintenance of sports fields and turf cricket wickets, including minor landscaping. You will also develop expertise in operating and maintaining sports field irrigation systems and a range of small plant and equipment safely and efficiently. We will teach you to select and use the right tools and methods for every task. Safety is paramount, and you will work in full accordance with our safe working practices.We expect you to strive for excellence in the quality and quantity of your work, diligently learn and apply new skills, and successfully complete all formal training. This role will contribute to broader parks maintenance, alongside specialised sports field and turf wicket care. If you are eager to learn, contribute, and build a rewarding career outdoors, we encourage you to apply!Who can applyApplicants must not have completed a Certificate III qualification or above in a similar fieldApplicants who are motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to providing a high standard of customer serviceApplicants who have strong verbal and written communication skillsApplicants must be an Australian citizen or be eligible to work in Australia (evidence required)Applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are encouraged to apply.How to applyBlacktown City Council and 1300apprentice are partnering to conduct the initial recruitment processApplications need to be submitted online through Council''s online recruitment systemThe selection process requires chosen applicants for all positions to undertake an interview, aptitude test and a medical examination.If your application is successful in progressing through to the next recruitment stage, a representative from 1300apprentice will be in contact with you.Our commitmentto safetyBlacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.Clickhere to view or download the position description.Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without ''logging out'' of the system.Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.Best of luck.Contact officer: 1300apprentice.com.au Internal ref: Blacktown City Council - Apprentice Greenkeeper BISP x 2Personal Details * Required fieldTitle *First name *Last name *E-mail *Digits only or add + for international numbersStreet *Street Cont.City, Town or Suburb *Postcode or Zipcode *Country *State, Region or Province *LinkedIn URL(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)QuestionsHow does obtaining an apprenticeship with Blacktown City Council fit with your career goals? *Please detail your relevant paid/unpaid work experience and/or voluntary work including: Start date End date Company Duties and responsibilities. *Please detail any courses you have completed including the institution and date completed / to be completed.Please provide your USI number if you have one.Do you hold a current class "C" drivers licence? *YesNoWhich of the following best describes your eligibility to work in Australia? *Australian or New Zealand ResidentTemporary Resident with permission to work in Australia (Visa)Working Holiday VisaOtherIf other, please explain further here:Do you currently or have previously worked for Blacktown City Council? *I have never worked for CouncilEEO data collection question - Please note providing this information is voluntary. Any information that you do provide will remain confidential and will only be used for statistical information to assist with equity and diversity policy development.Have you ever been a serving full-time member of the Australian Defence Force, or a reservist? *YesNoWhere did you see this position advertised? *Blacktown City Council websiteSEEKCareers at CouncilLinkedinLGAssistOtherAre you a current trainee or apprentice with Blacktown City Council? *YesNoEEO data collection question - Please note providing this information is voluntary. Any information that you do provide will remain confidential and will only be used for statistical information to assist with equity and diversity policy development.Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?YesNoEEO data collection question - Please note providing this information is voluntary. Any information that you do provide will remain confidential and will only be used for statistical information to assist with equity and diversity policy development.Are you Male, Female or Other?EEO data collection question - Please note providing this information is voluntary. Any information that you do provide will remain confidential and will only be used for statistical information to assist with equity and diversity policy development.Is English the primary language spoken at home?YesNoEEO data collection question - Please note providing this information is voluntary. Any information that you do provide will remain confidential and will only be used for statistical information to assist with equity and diversity policy development.Do you have a disability?Do you require any assistance or support to assist you in this recruitment process? 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