Work Outdoors. Build Your Career.

GAME Traffic & Contracting is seeking a motivated and reliable Grounds Maintenance Team Member Trainee to join our team in Shepparton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start a career in the grounds maintenance industry while earning a wage and completing a Certificate III in Horticulture.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining high-quality landscapes and open spaces, and/or are keen to learn new skills, we'd like to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Grounds Maintenance Trainee, you will work alongside our experienced grounds maintenance crews across a range of commercial, government, and community sites.

You will gain practical, hands-on experience while undertaking a nationally recognised Certificate III in Horticulture, developing the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in the industry.

Duties may include:

- Mowing and turf maintenance
- Brush cutting and edging
- Pruning trees, shrubs, and garden beds
- Weed control and vegetation management
- Garden establishment and maintenance
- Irrigation system maintenance
- General grounds and site clean-up
- Operating and maintaining horticultural equipment
- Assisting with landscaping and environmental maintenance works
- Following workplace safety procedures and site requirements

What We're Looking For

Essential:

- Genuine interest in horticulture, gardening, and grounds maintenance
- Current Driver's Licence
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions




- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Construction Induction White Card

Desirable:

- Experience using gardening or landscaping equipment
- Previous experience in outdoor labouring, landscaping, or grounds maintenance

About You

You are someone who:

- Enjoys working outdoors and being physically active
- Takes pride in a job well done
- Has valuable attention to detail
- Is eager to learn new skills
- Works well with others and contributes positively to a team environment
- Demonstrates a strong safety-first mindset
- Is dependable, respectful, and professional

Training and Development

As part of this traineeship, you will be required to:

- Complete a Certificate III in Horticulture
- Participate in structured on-the-job and off-the-job training

Why Join GAME Traffic & Contracting?

- Earn while you learn
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Mentoring and support from experienced team members
- Diverse and rewarding outdoor work
- Variety of worksites and projects
- Supportive team culture
- Company that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to undertake:

- Drug and Alcohol Screening
- Pre-Employment Medical Assessment
- National Police Check
- Ability to obtain a Working with Children's Check

Please submit your resume, including copies of your current Driver Licence, White Card and any relevant qualifications. For more information about this position, please contact Carissa Marino at [email protected].

📌 GAME Casual - Grounds Maintenance Trainee (Victoria)
🏢 Recruitment Select
📍 Victoria