Join our Parks team and start your career as a Horticulture Apprentice with Wagga Wagga City Council!
Love the idea of working outside, learning a trade, and being part of a great crew? This hands-on role will see you helping to maintain and preserve our city’s parks and gardens. As a Horticulture Apprentice with Wagga Wagga City Council, you’ll earn while you learn, gaining practical skills and knowledge working full-time while completing a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens, supported by an experienced, friendly crew.
What we will offer:
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Above award rates! Commencing salary of $1,721.00 gross per fortnight plus superannuation (at 18 years of age or older), varying rates subject to age and experience as per award provisions
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A supportive crew who will mentor you and help you grow
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A nine-day fortnight PLUS paid study time
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Develop confidence, communication skills, and a career pathway
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Gain transferable skills with long-term job opportunities in a growing trade
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Work that matters keeping our city green, safe and looking great
During your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to obtain:
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Traffic Control Work Training
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Civil Equipment tickets and licences (Bobcat, Loader, Excavator)
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MR/HR Licence
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AQF3 Chemical Accreditation
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First Aid Certificate
Your new role:
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Assist with establishing and maintaining garden and landscape areas
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Assist in gardening duties including lawns, planting, pruning, pest control, mowing, weeding and irrigation
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Assist with maintenance of facilities, rubbish removal, traffic/pedestrian management, fencing, concreting, paving and site safety and security
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Learn to use and maintain plant, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment in accordance with Council standards
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Work as part of a supportive team, building your skills, confidence and trade qualification
This role is best suited to someone who:
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Likes (or at least has a positive attitude towards) working outdoors in all weather conditions (sun, rain, heat, cold, wind.. you get the gist)
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Is reliable, focused and able to follow instructions
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Brings good communication skills and enjoys being part of a team
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Is patient, willing to learn, and will put in the study required while working
What you will need to succeed:
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Willingness to work and study, undertaking a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
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Class P1, P2 or C Driver’s Licence (desirable)
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White Card
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A positive attitude and strong work ethic
In accordance with Work Health and Safety legislation, the successful applicant is required to be vaccinated for Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B and will be asked to provide evidence of this.
The Reality Check
The work is physical. It’s outdoors in all weather conditions. But if you’re up for the challenge, you’ll come away with a nationally recognised qualification, loads of transferable skills, a trade that’s always in demand and offers plenty of career opportunities.
What is next?
Applications close Sunday, 19 July 2026 at 11.59pm AEST.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Scott Malsem, Team Leader Parks Operations (Open Space) on 0429 180 714.
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with the requirements of the position. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
