Council Trainee – Parks & Gardens

At Maranoa Regional Council, we're committed to delivering quality services and creating vibrant communities across the Maranoa region.

About the Opportunity

Looking for a hands-on career where you can learn while you work?

Join our Parks and Open Spaces team as a Trainee – Horticulture and gain practical workplace experience while completing a Certificate II in Horticulture.

Working alongside experienced team members, you'll learn how to care for and maintain Council's parks, gardens and public spaces. You'll develop practical skills in areas such as planting, gardening, mowing, pruning, weed management, using horticultural tools and equipment, and working safely outdoors.

No previous experience is required. This is a great opportunity for a recent Year 10, 11 or 12 school leaver who enjoys being outdoors, likes working with their hands and is interested in starting a career in horticulture.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

- Enjoys working outdoors.
- Has an interest in plants, gardening or parks.
- Is reliable, enthusiastic and willing to learn.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Can follow instructions and work safely.
- Takes pride in their work and is willing to give recent things a go.

Eligibility

To apply, you must:

- Be 15 years of age or older.
- Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Not already hold a qualification in the same or a related field.





You don't need previous work experience or a horticulture qualification to apply.

What We Offer

- Full-time fixed-term traineeship.
- Based in Roma, Queensland.
- Certificate II in Horticulture.
- Practical, on-the-job training and experience.
- Support and mentoring from experienced team members.

How to Apply

Click Apply Now and submit:

- A cover letter telling us why you're interested in the traineeship.
- Your current resume.
- Responses to the application questions.

School leavers are encouraged to apply. Your resume can include your education, work experience, volunteering, sporting activities or other experiences that demonstrate your skills and interests.

Additional Information

MRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

The preferred candidate must have the legal right to work in Australia and will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

For more information:

Website: www.maranoa.qld.gov.au

Telephone: 1300 007 ***

Maranoa Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We actively support diversity and inclusion in our workplace.

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