Horticulture Trainee

About Inner West Council

Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney's larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city's most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join us on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.

What is the Horticulture traineeship?

Kickstart your career in horticulture with Inner West Council. This hands on role lets you earn while you learn, gaining valuable skills while completing a Certificate III in Horticulture. Over the next 24 months, you'll be part of a fully supported program that blends on the job training with face to face classes approximately one day every three weeks at Penrith. You'll be part of a team delivering high quality horticultural and landscaping services while building valuable skills for your future. Guided by a clear training plan, you'll work towards key competencies, complete assessments, and track your progress as you grow your career.

You will work in a team to keep our parks and open spaces looking their best. You'll carry out a mix of horticultural and landscaping tasks - from mowing, planting, mulching and fertilising to spraying and watering - while keeping our trucks and equipment in good order. Safety and care for the environment are at the heart of everything we do.

Salaries and Benefits

From $827.40 per week + 12% superannuation.

Permanent employees benefit from a fantastic gym membership (from $16.60 /week) allowing access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.

Required skills, experience and qualifications

• Willingness and interest in attaining a Cert III in Horticulture
• Commitment to undertake and complete all required tasks
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Communication skills - effective with public, co workers and management
• SafeWork Construction Induction White Card
• Current C Class Driver's Licence (P plate acceptable)

Enquiries

Paul Casey - Parks and Streetscapes Operations Manager (Acting) -

Closing Date

Sunday 30 November 2025, 11:30PM

Application Information

Apply as soon as you can - the role will close when filled. We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to ensure your application addresses all requirements. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants.

Please advise us within the application if you require support or reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.

All new workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning work or hold a valid medical contraindication.

Eligibility for employment / Pre employment checks

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver's Licence and proof of work rights in Australia.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Inner West Council is an Inclusive Employer. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to attract Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of diverse sexualities and genders, Veterans, young people and mature aged workers.

Our Commitment

IWC was the 2023 AR Bluett Award Winner and recognised as the most progressive council across NSW. We are also the Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice Winner for 2023.