Maitland

Gardener

A Gardener establishes and maintains green spaces such as private gardens, community parks or landscaped public spaces. You might prepare an area for planting and create gardens with plants, trees and shrubs. Gardeners also care for established gardens by carrying out pruning, trimming, weeding and spraying. You might set up irrigation systems and attend to lawn areas.

Gardeners should be physically fit and able to keep up with the manual labour required in this job. You’ll need to enjoy working outdoors and be ready to work in all sorts of weather conditions. Gardeners may work on their own or as part of a larger team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a gardener?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHC20621

Certificate II in Parks and Gardens

Traineeship
6 - 12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AHC40422

Certificate IV in Horticulture

Traineeship
14 months
$14,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AHC31024

Certificate III in Parks and Gardens

On Campus, Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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