Horticultural Trainee

6 days ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

**_E nga iwi, e nga karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tenei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He piiraa tenei ki a koe. Haere mai ki te tono mo tetahi tuunga i te Kaunihera o te Taone o Ōtautahi._**

As a Horticultural trainee you will undertake a one-year training programme which will be a great start for your career in Horticulture. This is an awesome way to learn on the job and gain a qualification.

The horticulture trainee position is designed to support senior Horticultural staff within our Parks unit, whilst supporting you to gain essential skills and practical experience in amenity horticulture. With your hard work and dedication, you will finish with your national certificate in Horticulture (Level 2), ready for the next step in your career.

**About the role**
- Maintain plant collections (you will learn from our senior staff and implement your new skills)
- Support the maintenance of our parks and gardens
- Commitment to studying the horticultural industry to gain your level 2 qualification
- Practice health and safety at work as outlined by CCC staff

**Requirements of the role**
- Interest in horticulture
- Current drivers licence
- X2 previous work references
- You will be required to gain a police certificate and a physical medical examination

Feel like you don't meet every single requirement of the job description?

**Additional information**:

- _ Hours of work_ - 1 x Fixed Term (1 year)
- _ Location - This position is primarily based at the Botanic Gardens_
- Salary - _This role will be paid at living wage - $27.80/hr_

**_ Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date._**

Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors.

You will also benefit from:

- Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
- Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
- Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career.

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