We aim to connect and empower communities, conserve WA's unique flora and celebrate local identity. Immerse yourself in world-recognised botanic gardens, parklands and urban bushlands.

THIS IS A 48-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 21 OCTOBER 2026

Job Description

Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority (BGPA) Turf Apprentices undertake on-the-job learning alongside BGPA’s operational teams managing a world class Botanic Garden and parkland. Turf Apprentices will work to manage and maintain turf areas and parklands at Kings Park, while studying a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management through a nominated RTO.

Working as an Apprentice Horticulturist (Turf) involves frequent and often strenuous physical activity, as well as teamwork, and interpersonal and communication skills. The Turf Apprentice will work as part of a team in exposed environments and all weather conditions. Successful applicants will be required to pass a physical and medical assessment prior to appointment to ensure that they have the physical capabilities for the job.

At BGPA, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total.

1. Successful completion of Year 10.
   
   
2. Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills.
   
   
3. Strong work ethic with a willingness to undertake manual work as part of a team.
   
   
4. Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of turf horticulture.
   
   
5. Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the Western Australian flora.

The following essential criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

1. C or C-A Class Driver’s Licence, or demonstrated capacity and progress towards obtaining a licence within the first two years of the Apprenticeship.

About Us

We are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.

For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.

Benefits of working with us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

• Staff discounts at gyms, pools and fitness centres (where available) through the Fitness Passport program.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Access to bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
• A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
• Well-established learning and development programs.
• Free staff parking. 

How to apply: 

All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:

• a covering letter.
• a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than two (2) pages).
• current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

For further job-related information: contact Amanda Shade on (08) 9480 3657 or for further information about the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, visit https://www.bgpa.wa.gov.au/.

We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.

Eligibility: It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status. Only applicants who meet this eligibility requirement will be considered for this position.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au during the advertising period.

Substantive Equality Statement

Your interest in employment opportunities at BGPA is welcomed. BGPA actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people in our workplace. We encourage all people, including those with disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for vacant positions. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send applications to this email; they will not be accepted.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.