Benefits:
- Complete a free, nationally recognised Certificate III in Horticulture
- Full time, Monday to Friday with a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniform provided
- Stable hours and leave entitlements
- No study debt plus additional licences and training included
Your Host Employer:
The City of Burnside is one of Adelaide’s most attractive and historic residential areas. It is well known for its tree-lined streets, period architecture and plentiful reserves and gardens within a 30 km² area. Located in the South-Eastern corner of Adelaide and just 10 minutes from the Central Business District, the City of Burnside covers 28 suburbs and has a residential population of over 45,000.
The Role:
Location: Burnside SA
Duration: 36-month Traineeship
As a Horticulture Trainee, you will join the Arboriculture Team assisting in creating and maintaining parks and gardens within the local council area.
Under the guidance of experienced mentors, your responsibilities will include:
- Garden and grounds maintenance
- Mulch, prune, pot, and water plants
- Use garden tools and machinery
- Brush cutting and mowing
- Pest and weed control
- Install irrigation pipes and watering systems
About You:
To be successful in this Traineeship, you will need to:
- Enjoy working outdoors and using garden tools
- Be punctual, reliable and have a strong work ethic
- Prioritise tasks effectively under pressure
- Work well both independently and in a team
- Have great communication skills
- Have a can-do attitude and be willing to learn
Role Requirements:
- Driver’s licence and reliable vehicle
- Good physical fitness to perform manual tasks
- Be willing to complete a pre-employment assessment including a drug and alcohol screen
- 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
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
National Training Wage applies.
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