About the role

Green Care Plus PTY LTD is seeking a passionate and dedicated Apprentice Parks & Gardens (Horticulturalist) to join our team in Bowral, NSW. This is a full-time apprenticeship chance that will provide you with comprehensive training in horticulture and landscape maintenance. You will work alongside experienced professionals to develop practical skills in garden design, plant care, soil management, and landscape construction.

This role is essential to maintaining the high standards of green spaces across our service areas and offers an excellent foundation for a rewarding career in the horticulture industry.

Key responsibilities

As an Apprentice Parks & Gardens (Horticulturalist), you will be responsible for:

- Assisting with the design, planting and maintenance of parks, gardens and landscaped areas
- Learning and applying proper plant propagation, cultivation and care techniques
- Preparing soil, planting trees, shrubs, flowers and other vegetation
- Operating and maintaining landscaping equipment and tools safely and effectively
- Performing garden maintenance tasks including weeding, pruning, hedge trimming and lawn care
- Learning about pest and disease identification and management in plants
- Assisting with landscape construction projects and hardscaping installations
- Supporting the team with site preparation and landscape restoration work
- Maintaining workplace safety standards and following all health and safety protocols
- Contributing to the professional presentation and upkeep of outdoor spaces

What we're looking for To succeed in this apprenticeship, you should possess:

- A genuine passion for plants, horticulture and outdoor work
- Current school certificate or equivalent qualification
- Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Strong work ethic, reliability and commitment to learning




- Attention to detail and pride in delivering quality workmanship
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills
- A full, clean driver's licence (desirable)
- Willingness to undertake formal horticultural qualifications and training
- Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to tasks

What we offer Green Care Plus PTY LTD is committed to supporting your development and providing a rewarding workplace experience. We offer:

- Comprehensive on-the-job training in horticulture and landscape management
- Support for formal apprenticeship qualifications and ongoing professional development
- Mentorship from experienced horticultural professionals
- Competitive apprenticeship wages
- Safe working environment with modern tools and equipment
- Opportunities for career progression within the landscaping and horticulture sector
- Team-based culture that values learning and growth

About us Green Care Plus PTY LTD is a dedicated provider of professional landscaping and horticultural services in the Southern Highlands region. We specialise in creating and maintaining beautiful, sustainable outdoor spaces for parks, gardens, and commercial properties. Our commitment to excellence, environmental stewardship and quality workmanship has established us as a trusted name in the Bowral area.

We invest in our team members, believing that providing quality training and supportive working conditions is essential to our continued success. We pride ourselves on our professional standards and our passion for transforming outdoor spaces into thriving, well-maintained landscapes.

Apply now

If you are ready to start your career in horticulture and landscaping, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application including your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in this apprenticeship opportunity. Join Green Care Plus PTY LTD and grow your skills in a rewarding trade.

📌 Apprentice Parks & Gardens (Horticulturalist) (Bowral)
🏢 Green Care Plus
📍 Bowral