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Overview2026 Apprentice Opportunity Parks and RecreationEmployment Type: Temporary Full Time (36 months depending on studies)Located in the fast-growing Wollondilly LGATemporary Full Time (48 months)38 hours per week with Fortnightly RDOEducational Assistance - Learn as you earn!Supportive organisation with opportunities to learn and developAbout the opportunityIt''''s an exciting time for Wollondilly with major town centres being planned and built. With growth comes opportunity and Wollondilly Shire Council in partnership with the NSW Government have an Apprentice Parks and Recreation position available forming part of the fresh start for local government apprentices, trainees and cadets.Are you passionate about the outdoors and ready to kick-start your career in Parks & Gardens? This exciting opportunity provides you the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gaining valuable hands-on experience while earning qualifications in the field. This full-time, fixed-term role combines practical, on-the-job learning with formal training, guiding you towards a qualification in Parks & Gardens.To succeed in this position, you will meet the following criteria: Ability and commitment to undertake Apprenticeship in Parks and Gardens (4-year term) General Induction Construction Card (White Card) or willingness to obtain Basic understanding of Work, Health and Safety Valid provisional or Class C drivers licence What we can offer youLocated on Sydneys southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant, welcoming communities.Delivering exceptional, high-performing services to our community is fundamental to what we do. We continuously seek opportunities to strengthen our service delivery across and require experienced and qualified professionals to join us in Making Wollondilly even better, together. We actively cultivate a positive and supportive work environment, providing a variety of benefits to support, reward and actively engage our workforce including; Learn, develop and grow your career with our Growth Learning Program Be acknowledged in our STAR Reward and Recognition program Participate in our Educational Assistance Program Stay connected with our Health & Wellbeing programs Access to our Employee Assistance Program Further InformationChad Neilson, Open Space Team Leader, 4677 1100Applications Close: 5:00pm Sunday 16 November 2025Join us in Making Wollondilly even better together!Only applications received via Councils online recruitment platform be considered. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions.All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks including a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC.Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation, dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children and young people. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We actively provide reasonable adjustments ensuring applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process.Note: Candidates using mobile devices are strongly advised to use a desktop computer to complete the application forms as they require extensive amounts of typing. #J-18808-Ljbffr