Status: Temporary, Full-Time (3 Years) Salary range: $31,****** – $35,****** per annum for the first year depending on level of education. Salary increases yearly until the fourth year of the apprenticeship. Opportunity: The City's Developed Reserves team is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to take up the role of Apprentice Horticulturist. Reporting to the Leading Hand, this role will see you responsible for performing various horticultural duties across the City's gardens, parks and reserves while studying for a horticultural qualification.
About You:
Physical fitness and willingness to undertake manual labour in a variety of outdoor conditions.
A genuine interest in horticulture and a desire to build a long-term career in the field.
The ability to work effectively within a small team and communicate respectfully with colleagues and members of the public.
Basic oral, written, and numeracy skills suitable for a training and work environment.
A commitment to completing all study and training components of the apprenticeship.
Important: To be eligible for this apprenticeship, you must not already hold a Certificate III or higher qualification in Horticulture.
About Us:
The City of Albany is one of Western Australia's most important and historic regional Cities. The services, facilities and activities that we offer are continually evolving and expanding. As an employee of the City, you can help us to reach our full potential.



We employ around 500 staff members and provide an exceptional and committed service to the City of Albany and we create an environment where every employee has an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to a more diverse workforce and promote diversity and equal opportunity employment.
What We Offer:
Superannuation co-contributions of up to $4,500 per financial year
Career development opportunities, including training, memberships, and study assistance
Excellent leave entitlements including annual leave loading and the ability to purchase up to an additional 8 weeks' annual leave per year
Employee health and wellness program and initiatives including yearly flu vaccinations, skin checks and health assessments
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Free or discounted ALAC Memberships
Festive leave days
Volunteering support
Generous study assistance
Employee recognition program
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Novated Leasing (where applicable)
Deadline: Applications close 5pm,Thursday 29 October ****.
The City of Albany is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion across all its organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with lived disabilities, and individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
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📌 Apprentice Horticulturist (Perth)
🏢 City of Albany
📍 Perth