Work outside everyday! Join a leading landscaping business based in Port Melbourne. If you love hands on work, are physically fit and want to earn a nationally recognised qualification while working, then we would love to speak with you! 

About the Apprenticeship

WPC Group are currently seeking a Parks and Gardens Apprentice to join a leading landscaping business based out of Melbourne's inner suburbs. This business is a leader in their field and service many well-known commercial and government organisations across Melbourne, including public Botanic Gardens. As a Parks and Gardens Apprentice you will learn how to correctly identify plants, measure PH levels of soil, as well as perform outdoor maintenance such as trimming, irrigation, mowing, weeding, planting, and undertake general land maintenance.   

About you

• Physically fit and self-motivated
• Eager to work outdoors with an extensive variety of work sites, horticultural jobs and projects
• Strong team mentality with an attitude of helping others
• Positive attitude towards working full-time and gaining a nationally recognised qualification
• Willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done
• A desire for excellence
• Consistently reliable and punctual at all times
• Commitment and dedication to TAFE studies
• Provisional licence and own car is preferable   

Benefits Include

• Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
• Great employee benefits and the opportunity to get your foot in the door for a future career
• This role is paid at award rate
• Dedicated, one-on-one mentoring to support and encourage you throughout your three year apprenticeship
• Reimbursed TAFE fees
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About us   

Established in 1982, WPC Group is one of Australia's leading employers of apprentices and trainees. With an experienced mentor to support and guide you through, our aim is to see you succeed and confidently grow as a person and professional.

WPC Group values and recognises diversity in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively support applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We offer safe and inclusive working environments where you can learn, grow and achieve your career objectives. 

Apply now 

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for then click the "Apply" button to submit your application.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information go to https://www.wpcgroup.org.au/