AddressApprentice Greenkeeper
Here at CBCity
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents.
The Role
An opportunity exists for a talented and motivated individual to be a part of our Trainee, Apprentice and Graduate Program! An apprenticeship with CBCity is a perfect opportunity for a recent school leaver to gain valuable on-the-job experience whilst obtaining a formal qualification and a fortnightly wage.
This opportunity is offered on a Temporary Full Time basis, for 4 Years. Core Days/Hours of work are Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
- Ensure parks, Sportsfields, golf course and ovals are maintained and renovated in accordance with service agreements.
- Inspect sportsfields and parks following periods of excessive rainfall, and provide recommendations as to whether they should be closed or opened.
- Provide feedback to sports clubs and park users and resolve minor maintenance issues.
- Identify, report and where possible rectify sportsfield deficiencies.
- Operate ride on mowers, rollers or other related plant as required.
- Operate minor plant items/hand tools as required.
- Attendance and successful completion of off the job trade related practices (TAFE).
You will have:
- Current C Class Drivers Licence
- Completion of NSW Record of School Achievement (RoSA)
- Actively contribute as part of a team and communicate clearly, to establish common goals.
The salary range for this opportunity commences at $34,522 (T3 at 17 years of age) - $40,357 (T4 at 18 years or completed HSC) + 11% super.
What’s on offer
- Embrace a better work-life balance with our Rostered Day Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
- Fantastic 4 year opportunity with Local Government conditions such as annual salary increases.
- An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
- Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
For more information, please contact Brett Luth (Coordinator Open Space) on 9707 5797 or **********@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:
- Resume; and
- Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday, 26 May 2024.
CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at ***********@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.
