Division/Section:Infrastructure and Operations / Construction, Maintenance andOperations
PositionType: 36 Months Maximum Term Full Time (9 day fortnight,38 hours/week)
SalaryRange: APPG55 $37,243 - TA21AD $51,457 per annum + super,based on schooling level completion, years out of school and ageupon commencement.
ApplicationClose: 11:45pm, Sunday 30th August
ApprenticeParks and Gardens – Certificate III in Parks andGardens
Are youlooking to kick start your career?
Obtain a Nationally RecognisedQualification that will give you the skills to take you anywhere!
Townsville City Council is currently seeking applications for the**** Apprenticeship intake!
Growyour career outdoors with a hands‐on Apprenticeship in Parks andGardens, helping shape and maintain the Riverway SportingPrecinct, helping to ensure this premier community and recreationdestination remains protected, well-maintained, and beautifullypresented.
Working across the precinct's sporting fields,landscaped areas, public spaces and facilities, you will play animportant role in creating a welcoming environment for localsporting clubs, residents and visitors to enjoyyear-round.
Thisapprenticeship includes completing a 3‐year Certificate III inParks and Gardens through TAFE North Queensland, providing anationally recognised qualification and a strong foundation for arewarding career in horticulture and landscapemaintenance.
Formore information about the qualification through TAFE, pleasefollow the link below.
Qualificationsand Experience
Inan ideal applicant, we are looking for:
Willingness tobe part of, and promote, a positive safety culture whilstadhering to all Health and Safety policies andprocedures.




Minimumcompleted of Year 10 with passes in English andMathematics.
Minimum ofQueensland C class provisional drivers' licence (or ability toobtain).
Sound writtenand verbal communication skills.
Sound computerskills.
Ability to workeffectively and be positively involved within a teamenvironment.
Complete alltraining and assessment requirements of a Certificate III inParks and Gardens as per the provided training plan.
Thisincludes attending and participating in structured formallearning at the nominated Registered Training Organisation(RTO) as well as keeping an accurate and up to date trainingrecord book.
For furtherinformation review the PositionDescription.
Townsville CityCouncil is the largest local government authority in NorthernAustralia.
We're committed to supporting our people through astrong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusiveculture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in ourcommunity.
Wehave a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annualleave + 17.5% leave loading
14 weeks paidParental Leave
Domestic andFamily Violence Leave
Uniforms, toolsand PPE provided (if applicable to your role)
Annual wageprogression
Up to *13.5%Superannuation employer contribution for contributingmembers
SalarySacrifice opportunities
Access to arange of learning and development opportunities,



includingon-the-job learning and formal training programs
FitnessPassport program offering discounted membership to selectedhealth and wellbeing facilities
EmployeeLoyalty Program offering discounts at selected localbusinesses
EmployeeAssistance Program
* The Councilcontribution to employees' superannuation for contributingemployees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earningssubject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of theirordinary time earnings.
We are committedto creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles,backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged,and respected.
People from diverse backgrounds (including but notlimited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people withdiverse gender identities andsexualities, people from differentcultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, andveterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successfulcandidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.
Please be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in theworkplace.
If you need anyadjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, ****** phone ************ for a confidentialdiscussion.
Townsville CityCouncil sincerely appreciates the funding received through theQueensland Government's First Start Program initiative, whichsupports the Council in offering this apprenticeshipopportunity.
Attachments:
- Various_Apprentice Parks and Gardens_Updated_********_PD.pdf
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