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Form of workMaxima is a leading Group Training Organisation - we manage recruitment, placement and ongoing support of trainees and apprentices on behalf of our host employers. We aim to help you kick-start your career into the job or industry of your choice, boost your employment credentials and equip you with the skills and knowledge to be able to succeed in the future.
Your Host Employer:
Founded in 1847, Pulteney Grammar School is a leading co-educational Anglican school woven into the fabric of Adelaide. Formed through a tradition of innovation, Pulteney Grammar School provides an education that positions its 1,000 students to prosper. Uniquely located on one site within the CBD, Pulteney is an active and proud member of the city of Adelaide and enjoys a rich and vibrant Old Scholars’ community defined by a true sense of belonging.
Benefits:
- Possible eligibility for up to $5,000 in first 2 years
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- Earn while you learn with no study debt
- Receive a nationally recognised qualification
- Supported by a dedicated Maxima Consultant
Maxima, and Pulteney Grammer School, are looking for a driven individual to undertake an entry level Horticulture Traineeship within their Property and Facilities team.
This fulltime opportunity will see you assisting in the upkeep and establishment of the school grounds including infrastructure, gardens and property. Across 3-years you will develop skills and knowledge in a variety of areas with hands-on experience, and paid study towards achieving a nationally recognised Certificate III in Horticulture.
You will be exposed to not only the Campus but will also spend time in Park 20 which is home to 6 Sporting Grounds.
Duties Include:
- Garden and grounds maintenance
- Mulch, prune, pot, and water plants
- Use garden tools and machinery
- Brush cutting and mowing
- Pest and weed control
- Install irrigation pipes and watering systems
- Line Marking
- Self-motivated with an optimistic approach to work
- Enthusiastic team player with great communication skills
- Customer service focused
- Ability to work in a fast-changing environment
- A strong commitment to work health and safety, and to working in a safe manner
- Current driver’s licence and access to reliable vehicle
- National Police Clearance (or willing to obtain)
- Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain)
- Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certificate (or willing to obtain)
- First Aid Certificate (desirable)
- Physically fit and healthy due to manual labour work
- Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol test
Click Apply and complete the online application form and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role.
Recent school leavers are encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
National Traineeship wages and conditions apply.
For further information please visit our website www.maxima.com.au
At Maxima we are committed to supporting positively diverse and including workforces which value all backgrounds and experiences. We encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, people from a culturally or linguistically diverse background, people of all gender identities and people living with a disability.
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