Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.

Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.

We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.

So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family.

Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here 

What you need to know...
•    fixed term full time - 76 hours per fortnight
•    location: South Grafton and Townsend – two positions available 
•    9 day fortnight

About the role
Grow Your Career with Clarence Valley Council!

Do you have a passion for plants, the outdoors, and making your community beautiful? 
Clarence Valley Council is offering an exciting Horticulture Apprenticeship, where you’ll gain hands-on experience caring for and enhancing our region’s vibrant open spaces.

We have two roles available. One based at Rushforth Road Works Depot in South Grafton and one at our Townsend Depot. 

As an apprentice, you’ll work towards a Certificate III in Horticulture (AHC30716) or Certificate III in Parks and Gardens (AHC31016) — nationally recognised qualifications that open the door to a rewarding career as a Horticulturalist.

Join our Open Spaces Team which manages:
• 1,120 hectares of parks and reserves
• 42 playgrounds & 27 sports fields
• 10 skate parks & 50 public amenities
• 100 km of coastline with 36 beaches, 3 towns, 60 villages, and over 7,000 registered trees in Grafton alone!

Be part of the team that keeps the Clarence Valley green, clean, and thriving — while you grow your skills and your future.

Apply now to start your horticulture journey with Clarence Valley Council!

Contact
Josh Dunning, Team Leader Open Spaces on 02 6645 0213. 

Closing date
Tuesday 6 January 2026 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).

Other important information
These positions are located at Council's Rushforth Road Works Depot and Townsend Depot however this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.

A probation period applies to this position.

How to apply
All applications must be lodged online via Council's website www.clarence.nsw.gov.au

For this application you will be required to: 
•    address essential selection criteria from the position description 
•    address desirable selection criteria from the position description 
•    supply a resume 
•    supply a cover letter
•    supply relevant certificates and licences

For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria please refer to the Careers page on www.clarence.nsw.gov.au

Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.