Kickstart your career in Horticulture with Coolamon Shire Council!

We are seeking a motivated, reliable and enthusiastic first year Apprentice Horticulturist to join our Parks and Gardens team.

This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, has an interest in plants, gardens and the workplace and is keen to develop practical skills while completing their Horticulture apprenticeship.

Working alongside our experienced Parks and Gardens team, you will gain hands on experience in the maintenance and care of Council’s parks, gardens and public spaces.

DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Parks and gardens maintenance
Mowing and general grounds maintenance
Gardening and landscaping
Planting and pruning
Tree and vegetation management
Weed and pest management
Irrigation maintenance
Learning to safely operate and care for equipment and machinery
Maintaining high standards of presentation across public spaces

ABOUT YOU
Has a genuine interest in Horticulture, gardening and working outdoors
Valuable communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills
Enthusiastic and willing to learn




Ability to undertake heavy manual work in all weather conditions
Reliable, punctual and takes pride in their work
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Works well in a team setting
Committed to workplace health and safety
Willing to undertake a Cert III in Horticulture

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Full time – 38 hours per week
Hourly rate dependant school completion and age
Rostered day off every 3 weeks
Weekly pay
Local Government Award conditions
Nationally recognised qualification at the end of the apprenticeship

Further information, including the position description, can be found on Council’s website –

For any enquiries, please contact Councils Executive Manager, Engineering and Technical Services, Matt Stubbs on 1*.

To be considered for this role, applications must be received by 5:00pm AEST, on Wednesday 28th October 2026.

Coolamon Shire Council is proud to be an equal prospect employer.We are committed to building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our employees feel valued, appreciated and accepted.
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