Job Description

Apprentice Landscape Gardener

Full-Time Apprenticeship | Greater Sydney | Certificate III in Parks and Gardens

Muru Mittigar is looking for a motivated and reliable Apprentice Landscape Gardener to join our team.

This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, wants to learn practical trade skills, and is interested in building a career in landscaping, horticulture, parks, gardens, and open space maintenance.

Muru Mittigar is a Dharug-led organisation committed to advancing Aboriginal culture, creating meaningful employment pathways, and supporting the social and economic wellbeing of Aboriginal people. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

About the Role

This is a full-time apprenticeship working on landscape construction and maintenance projects at high-profile sites across the Greater Sydney area

You will work as part of an experienced team while completing a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens through TAFE. You will gain hands-on experience, receive on-the-job training, and develop the skills needed to grow your career in the landscape industry.

This role involves physical outdoor work, so applicants should be comfortable with tasks such as lifting, bending, using tools and equipment, and working on their feet for extended periods.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your duties will include:

• planting trees, shrubs, grasses, and other vegetation
• maintaining garden beds, parks, lawns, and landscaped areas
• trimming, pruning, fertilising, mulching, and watering plants
• weed removal and control
• grading and installing lawns
• assisting with the construction of walkways, edging, and retaining walls
• safely using hand tools, machinery, and equipment under supervision
• working with your team to complete projects safely and to a high standard
• attending TAFE as required to complete your formal qualification

About You

This role would suit someone who is reliable, keen to learn, and enjoys working outdoors.

You will need:

• a genuine interest in landscaping, horticulture, parks, gardens, or outdoor work
• a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• the ability to follow instructions and work safely
• the ability to work well in a team
• a good level of fitness for outdoor physical work
• willingness to attend TAFE one day per week
• willingness to obtain a Construction Induction Card, also known as a White Card
• willingness to obtain a Working with Children Check if required

Previous experience in landscaping, horticulture, labouring, or outdoor work is helpful but not essential The right attitude and commitment are most important.

What We Offer

• Full-time apprenticeship employment
• Paid on-the-job training
• TAFE study toward a nationally recognised qualification
• Support from experienced supervisors and mentors
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in landscaping and open space maintenance
• A workplace connected to culture, community, and meaningful employment pathways

Remuneration

$40,000 – $50,000 plus superannuation, depending on age, experience, and apprenticeship conditions.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining why you are interested in becoming an Apprentice Landscape Gardener.

Muru Mittigar welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.