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Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship


Company : Careers at Council


Location : Ryde, New South Wales


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Ryde, Non AU StateDescription4 Year apprenticeship programX3 Apprenticeship positions availableBe paid to learn on the jobStart career at CouncilAbout UsCity of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.About The RoleCity of Ryde Council in partnership with the NSW Government is offering a Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship position as part of the ''Fresh start for Local Government Apprentices, Trainees and Cadets Program.A Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship is a four-year apprenticeship program. The successful candidate will join City of Rydes City Parks and Open Spaces team which is responsible for the City of Rydes sportsgrounds, passive parks and associated buildings.This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and a great way to kick-start your career. You get paid on-the-job training, whilst also completing a nationally recognised qualification. There are three Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship positions opened at City of Ryde.Heres What Youll Bring To The RoleWillingness to enrol and complete a Cert III Park and Gardens qualificationAbility to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and operating gardening equipment.Strong focus on maintaining the appearance and health of plants, lawns, and garden features.Ability to work effectively with other parks and gardens staff in a collaborative environment.Willing to learn new skills and participate in business improvement initiativesCommitment to workplace safetyWHS General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or willingness to obtain.Current C Class driver''s licence (P1 minimum) or ability to obtain.Culture & BenefitsAccrue a rostered day off approximately every 3 weeks3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holidayAnnual performance reviews and Award increasesOpportunity to sign up as a fitness passport memberVarious health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.Your commencing salary will be in the range from $25,064 - $49,280 pa + superannuation dependent upon your age and qualifications.How To ApplyApply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. In addition to answering the on-line application questions shown below, you will need to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a separate cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.Key DatesClosing Date: Tuesday 05 August 2025 at 11:30pmIf you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or contact Lara Rupac on 02 9952 8496 for a confidential discussion.City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child SafetyApply for this roleVisit siteShare #J-18808-Ljbffr