Apprentice Parks and Gardens Groundsperson

Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a Apprentice Parks & Gardens Groundsperson to join the Infrastructure team!

• Permanent full time - 38 hours per week
• Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year!
• Weekly pay cycle
• Salary range $584.20 - $1194.60 (Depending on age and experience)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Council currently has an excellent opportunity to commence an apprenticeship as a Parks and Gardens Groundsperson. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will be required to complete a Certificate III in Parks & Gardens whilst gaining practical experience.

Council will fund all related training expenses as approved by Council and the successful applicant will be employed for up to two (2) years.

Council will offer a range in wages in accordance with the salary structure depending on age, acquired skills and experience.  

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

Council applies Equal Employment Opportunity Principles and female applicants are encouraged to apply.

Please click HERE to view the full Position Description

ABOUT YOU

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications:

• Class C drivers Licence - Provisional Licence acceptable
• Possess a genuine commitment to complete apprenticeship within the required timeframes
• Possess a genuine interest in parks, gardens and public open space maintenance
• Positive attitude to work and willingness to work as a team and to help others
• WH&S Construction Induction (White) Card or completion prior to employment
• Sound numeracy and literacy skills 
• Ability to wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by Council
• Ability to complete time and plant sheets
• Punctual and good attendance record
• Knowledge and use of a wide range of gardening tools and equipment including power tools

BENEFITS

• Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year!
• Weekly pay cycle
• 11.5% employer contribution to superannuation
• 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to take at full pay, half pay, or double pay
• Long Service after 5 years employment with a NSW Council
• PPE provided
• Ongoing learning and development
• 15 days sick leave
• Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community!

Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Tuesday 28 January 2025 

ENQUIRIES

Urban Services Manager, Mr Mark Linton Harland, or the People & Culture Department on 02 6817 8800

HOW TO APPLY

Before you apply for this position, please read the Position Description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess. 

All correspondence will be via the email you have provided in your application.

ABOUT GILGANDRA

Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, situated at the junction of three main highways and in close proximity to Dubbo. There is a strong supportive community that has worked together to develop excellent schools, medical services, retail services and recreational activities that you simply do not see in communities of a similar size.

Gilgandra presents you with an opportunity to have an excellent lifestyle you may not be able to afford in the city.