Join MEGT as an 1st Year Sports Turf Tradesperson Apprentice!

Are you a motivated and reliable individual looking for a career in the Horticulture Industry? MEGT has a fantastic opportunity with one of our clients for an Apprentice in Balwyn North VIC!

About the role:

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to develop practical skills and gain hands on experience in:

• Maintain sports grounds, including turf wicket preparation and general sports asset upkeep.
• Operate mowers for greens, tees, fairways, and roughs, and perform daily course preparation tasks.
• Apply chemicals and fertilisers, renovate turf surfaces, and carry out turf repairs and irrigation work.
• Support improvement projects and operate machinery, including tractors, while maintaining garden beds.

What we’re looking for:

• An interest in horticulture and a willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
• Strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and a willingness to ask questions and learn on the job
• Basic understanding of tools and equipment used in horticulture or turf maintenance
• Reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic with a team-focused attitude
• A Valid Driver’s Licence

What can you expect from us?

• Personalised one-on-one mentoring throughout your training to ensure your success
• A nationally recognised qualification - Certificate III in Sports Turf Management
• Weekly pay
• Fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
• Supportive host employer committed to guiding and mentoring you throughout your apprenticeship

About the company:

This local government organisation in Victoria is committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable community. With a focus on innovation and high-quality service delivery, they offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where employees can make a meaningful impact and grow professionally.

Interested

Click "Apply Now" or contact toriarmstrong@megt.com for more information or visit https://www.megt.com.au/jobs

At MEGT, we enable people to start their careers through Apprenticeships and Traineeships and support large and small businesses to recruit, train and grow careers. Our purpose is to provide life changing, lifelong learning and employment solutions for all. We invite you to be part of our story.

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MEGT is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have zero tolerance of racism, discrimination, harm, or abuse. We have a culture that values safety, diversity, and inclusion and encourage all qualified applicants, including minorities, genders, protected veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.