About the role:

The position of Trainee – Parks Maintenance will perform a diverse range of tasks associated with the development and maintenance of park operational areas including providing safe and efficient gardening, pruning and land conservation services.

The position is for a 3-year full time maximum term contract to support the learning required to complete a Certificate III in Horticulture and most of the time will be spent gaining on the job experience. There is a requirement of attending TAFE as part of gaining the qualification. There may be further opportunities within the City of Swan once the traineeship has been completed

Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to;

- Assist in mowing lawns, trimming hedges, pruning trees and shrubs.
- Assist in planting, watering and maintaining landscapes.
- Removal of debris, leaves and litter to ensure park areas are clean and tidy.
- Successfully complete a Certificate III in Horticulture as part of a traineeship.
- Comply with relevant WHS legislation and complete all work in a safe and efficient manner having regard to own safety, the public’s safety and that of other workers.
- Deliver outstanding customer service and be community minded with a willingness to improve the quality of life for our community.
- Operate and maintain all associated plant and equipment in accordance with the City’s management practices, policies and procedures.

For more information about the role, please refer to the position description.

About you:

The successful candidate will have the following:

- A satisfactory National Police Certificate
- C Class Drivers Licence
- White Card




- Willingness and commitment to complete a Certificate III in Horticulture

About working with us:

The salary for this position will be from $71,763.15 to $72,717.31 per annum (includes loading), depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits, including

- More flexibility to enjoy a work life balance with a 9 day fortnight
- Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
- Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 18.75%
- Comprehensive employee wellness program
- Free parking options available
- Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City The City of Swan covers 1,042 square kilometres, representing nearly 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. It includes 42 suburbs from Bullsbrook to Bushmead, Ballajura to Gidgegannup, and it is among the fastest-growing regions in Western Australia. The City is home to the iconic Swan River and the internationally celebrated Swan Valley, founded in 1829. It is a sought-after destination to live, work, and visit, combining quality services and amenities with a beautiful natural setting.

The area also holds profound cultural importance for the Whadjuk Noongar people,



reflecting more than 40,000 years of connection to the Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River). Today, the City is a dynamic and diverse community, where one in three residents was born overseas, and one in five speaks a language other than English at home.

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life for our community by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan, we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For more information about this position, please contact Dion on 0429 320 679.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on (08) 9267 9014.

To apply, please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a valuable fit for this role, and a resume via the link.

Closing date: Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 11:00pm.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early; therefore, if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.

*No agencies, please.

📌 Trainee - Parks Maintenance (Midland)
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