2021 1st/2nd Yr Landscape Apprentice - TAFE Student Preferred null

As an apprentice landscaper, you will be expected to participate in the construction of garden landscapes or renovations of existing gardens. You will be required to work in a variety of sizes, including public and private parks and gardens, to create a landscape that is aesthetically pleasing as well as functional. Being a part of the team you will be responsible for meeting client deadlines, providing quality workmanship/material selection and maintaining safe and functioning machinery. Along the way, you will gain the necessary knowledge to complete your certification for Construction Landscaping work in high-level job sites.

Key performance indicators

• Work carried out to Mark Webb Landscape standards.
• Teamwork efficiently and to its potential.
• Smooth/controlled work environment/workflow
• Safe work environment.
• Paperwork complete and on time.
• Deadlines are being meet.

Skills required

• Basic Maths.
• Good communication skills.
• High standards of writing, listening skills, speech and diction, judgment and problems solving ability.
• Mature leadership qualities.
• Desire to learn/further educate.
• Building – stonework, paving, brickwork, estimating, levelling, woodwork

Desirable personal qualities

• manual dexterity and a good sense of balance
• strength and stamina to lift and carry landscape materials
• good eyesight and colour vision
• interest in working outdoors in all kinds of weather
• good health and no allergies to plants or chemicals
• ability to work alone or with others
• keenness to use tools and mechanical equipment
• ability to follow established procedures and take responsibility for projects.

If you are looking to start your apprenticeship then Mark Webb Landscapes is an excellent place to start. All our apprentices have completed their 4 years training and are now running their own businesses. If you are looking for a change in your work environment and want to get off the spades and shovels and move into real tools then we are looking for you!