Greenkeeping Apprentice

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 in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.

The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values of Integrity , Respect , Innovation , Compassion and Collaboration are at the centre of everything that we do.

Permanent employees benefit from our great value gym membership from $17.95 / week giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.

The opportunity

Kickstart your career in Greenkeeping with Inner West Council. This hands‑on role lets you earn while you learn, gaining valuable skills while completing a Certificate III Sports Turf Management. Over the next 48 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.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about working outdoors and contributing to the maintenance and enhancement of our sporting fields, gardens, and public spaces. As a Greenkeeping Apprentice, you will develop valuable skills while supporting the team with day‑to‑day operations in the upkeep of council horticultural and greenkeeping assets.

Please read the Position Description to familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role.

From $827.40 per week + 12% Superannuation

Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications

• Capacity to undertake a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management or equivalent Parks and Gardens qualification
• Ability to work as part of a team with a high level of motivation
• NSW Class C Motor Vehicle driver’s licence
• Ability to attain an NSW General Construction Induction card (White card) as required

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 (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications / requirements for the role). Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.

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

Enquiries

Paul Casey – Parks and Streetscapes Operations Manager (Acting) 02 8595 2414

Closing Date

Sunday 30 November 2025, 11 : 30PM – Apply as soon as you can as the role will close when filled.

We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. Please advise us within the application if you need support, reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.

Inner West Council is an Inclusive Employer. Inner West Council (IWC) is committed to Equal Employment, we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. IWC is dedicated to reflecting our community and strongly encourage 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 to apply.

This is one of the many reasons why 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

For any enquiries, specific to this job advert and application, please contact the Hiring Manager. Details are listed under the Enquiries header above.

About Inner West Council

Inner West Council is among Sydney’s larger local government agencies, looking after a vibrant 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. We are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, WHS, sustainability, continuous improvement and business excellence. The community is at the heart of the organisation, and Council’s values of integrity, respect, innovation, compassion and collaboration guide everything we do. As an organisation committed to child safety, we also recognise the importance of the wellbeing of all children and young people, and the marvelous value they bring to the inner‑west community, and it is essential they are safe while taking part in community life. All Council employees share the responsibility to keep them safe while they access services and enjoy Council facilities. Council expects commitment to these values and responsibilities from all its employees as they serve the community and make Inner West a great place to be.

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