Apprentice Landscaper (Aboriginal Identified Position)

This is an Identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination ACT 1977.

Want to do something valuable for your community while being paid to learn? The NSW Government is providing funding so councils can hire more apprentices, trainees and cadets. Wingecarribee Shire Council is recruiting now for Apprentice Landscaper roles to start in early 2025. An apprenticeship, traineeship or cadetship with a council can be a great way to start a successful career!

The Role

Under the guidance of an experienced team leader and colleagues, the Apprentice Landscaper will have the opportunity to develop the necessary skills and experience in landscape construction activities and knowledge to satisfy the competencies defined by the training plan established for the particular training discipline within agreed timeframe

Hear directly from apprentices working with Councils across Australia as they share their career journeys and success stories: olg.nsw.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2024-10-02-Local-Council-Apprentice-Campaign-Long-Form-Waratah-16x9-1.mp4

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire Council is the Local Government Authority (LGA) for the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales. With a population of over 50,000 people, Wingecarribee Shire has much to offer both the individual and family alike. We are a thriving regional centre located midway between Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong and are widely recognised for our balance of natural scenery and rich diversity of lifestyle choices from our historical past to modern amenities, all at your doorstep. Wingecarribee Shire is a great place to explore the abundance of outdoor activities or to raise a family with a range of excellent health and educational options for all ages. It’s the place to be!

Our Values are Resilience, Empathy, Sustainability, Pride, Efficiency, Courage and Teamwork. Our Values Drive the Way We Work!

Essential Criteria

1. Completion of Year 10 with satisfactory outcomes (Record of School Achievement (RoSA)
2. Suitable Literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills to manage the educational and professional requirements of the apprenticeship
3. A genuine interest and passion in undertaking a trade and a demonstrated interest in landscaping
4. Ability to receive instructions and be trained by a team leader in the working environment and contribute as part of team
5. Demonstrated commitment to training and to personal development with a focus on planning and organising competing priorities
6. Ability to develop sound knowledge and understanding of Work Health Safety; Holds a current White Card (Induction for Construction Work)
7. Ability to develop sound knowledge and understanding of Work Health Safety

Benefits

• Attractive Trainee Salary Remuneration!
• Gain hands-on experience - 4-year apprenticeship!
• Earn and Learn - Earn a nationally recognised qualification that’s valued in the job market (Certificate III in Landscape Construction)
• Training and Mentoring provided!
• Make a positive difference in your community
• Kickstart your future career in local government
• Work a 38-hour Work Week with a Rostered Day off every fortnight
• Additional Allowances Applicable
• All Uniforms Provided
• Annual Leave, Health and Wellbeing Days and time off for Blood Donors
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and Development Opportunities, including Tertiary Assistance
• A Cultural Day Off During NAIDOC Week

Are you interested in becoming an apprentice, trainee or cadet in local government?

How to Apply

For information about the program, go to olg.nsw.gov.au/apprentice-trainee or for further information about the position or the application process, please contact Stuart Neal (Coordinator Open Spaces People and Resources) on 0472 781 322.

To apply, please ensure to submit the following documents:

• Resume: Provide your current resume, detailing your professional experience and qualifications.
• Statement of Claims: Address the essential criteria mentioned in the job description in a statement of claims format.
• Please Upload: Additional Tickets, Qualifications and Certificates relevant to the role or outlined in the essential criteria of the role.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applications are to be received by Sunday 2 March 2025.