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Form of workApprentice Gardener
Classification: Full-time, 38 hours per week
Location: IRT Illawarra
Applications close: 10 March 2024
We are looking for an Apprentice Gardener that has a demonstrated ability to deliver a high standard of gardening for our Illawarra sites.
Reporting to the Facilities Management Coordinator, you will perform garden maintenance and general maintenance at our IRT Illawarra locations.
Your work may include:
- Undertaking basic plant and garden site maintenance
- Prepare a site for plant and carry out the planting process
- Use chemicals and biological agents to safeguard turf, plants shrubs and trees against weeds, pests and diseases
- Use of IRT vehicles, property and equipment ensuring safety and use in accordance with the specified instructions, regulations and laws
- Assist other maintenance and IRT employees in other functions as directed
- Other duties as required by the ACE 6a Gardener
To view a complete position description, CLICK HERE
Benefits for you:
- Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Access to free accredited training courses via our very own registered training organisation, IRT Academy
- Multiple career pathways
- Flexible working conditions
- Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
- Discounted gym memberships
- Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness programs
- Smart phone, uniform, PPE & training provided
To be successful you will have:
- School Certificate or equivalent
- Demonstrated computer literacy
- An ability to communicate effectively using both verbal and written skills
- Commitment and genuine interest in a horticulture career
- Desirable: Pre Apprenticeship Course in Horticulture.
- Desirable: First Aid Certificate
- Current NSW Driver's Licence (Manual preferred) and own vehicle (for which a mileage allowance is paid)
About IRT
At IRT, we have been caring for older Australians for over 50 years, providing aged care, home care and retirement living solutions to more than 9000 customers in NSW, the ACT and Queensland.
We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians
How to Apply: If you feel this is the right role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply click the "Apply now" button, fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we'll be in touch to discuss your application.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, pre-employment functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.
