We aim to connect and empower communities, conserve WA's unique flora and celebrate local identity.
Immerse yourself in world-recognised botanic gardens, parklands and urban bushlands.
THIS IS A 48-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL TIME POSITION
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY,21 OCTOBER ****
Job Description
Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority (BGPA) Turf Apprentices undertake on-the-job learning alongside BGPA's operational teams managing a world class Botanic Garden and parkland.
Turf Apprentices will work to manage and maintain turf areas and parklands at Kings Park, while studying a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management through a nominated RTO.
Working as an Apprentice Horticulturist (Turf) involves frequent and often strenuous physical activity, as well as teamwork, and interpersonal and communication skills.
The Turf Apprentice will work as part of a team in exposed environments and all weather conditions.
Successful applicants will be required to pass a physical and medical assessment prior to appointment to ensure that they have the physical capabilities for the job.
At BGPA, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector.
In this role, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria.
These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total.
Successful completion of Year 10.
Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong work ethic with a willingness to undertake manual work as part of a team.
Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of turf horticulture.
Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the Western Australian flora.




The following essential criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
C or C-A Class Driver's Licence, or demonstrated capacity and progress towards obtaining a licence within the first two years of the Apprenticeship.
About Us
We are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management.
We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.
For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.
Benefits of working with us
In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
Staff discounts at gyms, pools and fitness centres (where available) through the Fitness Passport program.
Flexible working arrangements.
12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Access to bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.




Well-established learning and development programs.
Free staff parking.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below.
The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
Eligibility
It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status.
Only applicants who meet this eligibility requirement will be considered for this position.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
Your interest in employment opportunities at BGPA is welcomed.
BGPA actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people in our workplace.
We encourage all people, including those with disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for vacant positions.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on ************ or ******.
Do not send applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on ********.
Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
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📌 Apprentice Horticulturist (Turf), Kings Park And Botanic Garden, Wa (Perth)
🏢 Department of Biodiversity Conservation And Attractions
📍 Perth