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About the opportunityWe are seeking an Apprentice in Landscape Construction to join our team! If you love working outdoors and want to build real skills in landscaping, this is the perfect opportunity for you. In this role, youll gain hands-on experience while learning from a supportive team and working toward your Certificate III in Landscape Construction. You will help create and maintain outdoor spaces across our community, including parks, playgrounds, gardens, sporting fields, and more. Every day will bring something different as you help shape and care for the places people love to enjoy.About youTo succeed in this role, you will have:Basic knowledge of horticulture, parks, and landscaping, and the ability to complete a Certificate III in Landscape ConstructionEffective verbal and written communication skills, along with sound literacy and numeracy skillsAbility to work effectively in a team, participate in group activities, and promote teamwork and cooperationWillingness to undertake training, learn new skills, and develop new work practicesHolder of or willingness to obtain within 3 months of commencement a Work Health and Safety General Construction Induction (White Card)Highly desirable: Current Provisional or Class C Drivers LicenceTo find out more about your next career opportunity, see the Position Description.Remuneration:Salary according to the Local Government (State) Award plus superannuation.Benefits:4-year temporary apprenticeshipFull-time 38 hours per week12% superannuation19-day month (RDO scheme)Supportive learning environmentPicturesque Hunter Valley locationWhat''s next?Applications for the 2026 LAUNCH program are now open! Please complete the online application and submit detailed responses to the selection criteria, demonstrating your interest and commitment to the apprenticeship.For guidance on how to address the selection criteria, visit our How to Apply page.Pre-Employment Screening:Recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history, working with children checks, or criminal record checks before an offer is made.About Us:At Cessnock City Council, our success is driven by our people and core values. We offer opportunities to inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We are committed to building a passionate, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.We value respect and strive for an inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities.We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and NSW Government to support veterans in pursuing careers in local government. We are happy to discuss adjustments to the recruitment process or accessibility requirements; please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.Applications Close: Thursday 31 July 2025 at 11:30 pmWho to Contact: Jason Mackenzie, Parks and Reserves Coordinator at (02) 4993 4306You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability, and excellence, Cessnock City Council is an attractive and thriving employer of choice. #J-18808-Ljbffr