City of Canada Bay Council

Apprentice Greenkeeper

• 3 to 4-year apprenticeship
• Completion Qualification: Certificate III in Sports Turf Management
• Build your skills, and start your career in local government

Make a difference in your community and get paid to learn — your opportunity starts here!

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council’s values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.

About the role

Do you enjoy working outdoors and acquiring new skills? This could be the perfect opportunity for you to earn while you learn! As an Apprentice with the City of Canada Bay Council, you’ll gain valuable on-the-job experience alongside structured training. You will develop a range of specialized skills and knowledge in Sports Turf Management.

As a Greenkeeper Apprentice, you will assist in the development and maintenance of sports facilities, parks, and gardens across the City of Canada Bay Council. Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, litter collection, spraying herbicides/pesticides, irrigation, watering, and operating equipment.

About the person 

To be successful in this job you will have:

• Completion of Higher School Certificate
• Ability to meet the basic manual handling and physical health requirements of the role, with a strong willingness and capability to work in an outdoor environment
• Ability to work under supervision and collaborate effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to acquire a sound knowledge and understanding of workplace health and safety
• A commitment to meeting training requirements and fostering personal development
• WHS Construction Induction Card (White Card) or ability and willingness to obtain prior to commencement
• Current NSW Class C Licence
• A genuine interest and passion in undertaking a trade with a demonstrated interest in Greenkeeper work.

Desirable

• Previous experience or interest in greenkeeping or grounds maintenance
• Experience and exposure in the use of garden hand tools and small plant and equipment
• Experience as part of a functioning team
• Basic computer literacy, including experience / knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

What’s on offer

• Get paid while gaining hands-on experience and practical skills
• Learn from experienced mentors who support your growth
• Receive valuable on-the-job training in a real workplace environment
• Graduate as a fully qualified tradesperson upon completion
• Enjoy flexible full-time or part-time work and study options
• Rostered Days Off (participation in a 9-day fortnight scheme)
• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
• Continuous training, support, and leadership development
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Yoga classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, Head Space, Skin Cancer Checks)

Want to know more?

The fresh start for local government apprentices, trainees and cadets’ program is part of the Government’s goal of increasing the local government workforce by 15%. 

For more information about the NSW Government Apprentice and Trainee Program, please click the below link:

https://youtu.be/GUC-IvWHcCY

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description here, alternatively If you have any questions relating to this vacancy, please contact our People & Culture team at [email protected] 

How to apply
Candidates MUST apply online by clicking 'begin' below. Applications close 11:30pm, 3 July 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact Grace Aberin on 02 9121 0238  or email  [email protected] to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace. 

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, and other diversity groups. 

 “Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks”.