Fresh Start - Apprentice Parks and Gardens Multiple Positions

Dubbo, New South WalesContractDescriptionAt the heart of community. At the start of the future.That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Apprentice Parks and Gardens.Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.48 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that.Join us as our new Apprentice Parks and Gardens and develop your skills and future career.Find people you can count on, and a lifestyle you loveAs a Parks and Gardens Apprentice, the individual will gain hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge in maintaining and enhancing public parks, gardens, streetscapes, and urban environments. Working within the Greenspace Operations team, you will support daily operations while completing a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens. The role involves practical horticultural tasks, machinery operation, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and learning.You'll Work With a Great Team ToOperate machinery such as mowers, tractors, and small plant equipment for turf and garden maintenance.Perform turfgrass repairs, renovations, and prepare surfaces for sporting events.Plant and maintain garden beds to a high standard, including irrigation installation and repair.Work collaboratively within a team and communicate respectfully with colleagues and the public.Participate in training and work towards completing a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens.What You'll BringTo thrive in this role, you will need:Willingness to learn and commit to a structured apprenticeship program.Good communication skills, both written and verbal.Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.Good physical fitness.Basic computer skills.We Would Also Love You To HavePrevious experience operating powered and unpowered hand tools.P1, P2 or C Class Drivers LicenceReady for your opportunity?Join us, and help strengthen our community and your career.This position offers an attractive weekly salary ranging from $601.70 to $947.70.To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Manager Greenspace Operations on 02 6801 4940 to make an enquiry.If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now!This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physcial requirements of the position.Applications close 9:00am, Thursday 6th November 2025Please Note: Notifications are primarily systemgenerated. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an applicationto avoid missing crucial updates and required information.Why Dubbo Regional Council?At Dubbo Regional Council, You’ll Find a Great Combination. Here’s What You Can Expect In Your Career With UsFind purpose and impactEverything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.Find personal and professional growthYou’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you loveYour career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.You’ll Also Enjoy a Range Of Other BenefitsFind a better balance - enjoy a 38-hour work week with flexible 9-day fortnight, plus generous leave allowances.Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.Apply for this roleVisit siteShare