Benefits:
- Complete a free, nationally recognised Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
- Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniform provided
- Stable hours and leave entitlements
- No study debt and additional licences and training at no cost
Your Host Employer:
The City of Marion is one of Adelaide’s fastest growing council areas in the Southern Suburbs. They provide public services and facilities to over 100,000 residents, supporting the local community and contributing to the social, environmental and economic development of the area and its residents.
Boasting over 150 enviable parks and reserves including a Japanese Garden and multiple extensive biodiversity sites which are enjoyed by a wide range of people in the community.
The Role:
Location: Mitchell Park SA
Duration: 36-month full time Traineeship
As a Conservation and Ecosystem Management Trainee, you will be exposed to both general gardening and sustainability practices to kickstart a successful horticulture career.
Under the guidance of experienced mentors, your responsibilities will include:
- Brush cutting
- Weed and pest control
- Collect and propagate native seeds
- Implement revegetation works
- Undertake sampling and testing of soil and water
- Prepare and apply chemicals
About You:
To be successful in this Traineeship, you will need:
- Enjoy working outdoors and with garden tools
- Strong work ethic; punctual and reliable
- Ability to prioritise time and tasks when working under pressure
- Works effectively within a team and unsupervised
- Great communication skills
- Have a can-do attitude and willing to learn
Role Requirements:
- Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Physically fit and healthy due to manual labour work
- Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment assessment including a drug and alcohol test
- Previous experience in gardening, horticulture or similar trades (advantageous)
About Maxima:
Maxima is a leading Group Training Organisation – we manage recruitment, placement and ongoing support of trainees and apprentices on behalf of our host employers. We aim to help you kick-start your career into the job or industry of your choice, boost your employment credentials and equip you with the skills and knowledge to be able to succeed in the future.
For further information please visit our website www.maxima.com.au
People who are culturally and linguistically diverse are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
National Training Wage Award wages and conditions apply.
Maxima is committed to building inclusive and diverse workforces that value all backgrounds and experiences. We welcome applications from First Nations Peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all gender identities, and people living with disability.
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