Candidate Shortlist
I’m genuinely passionate about horticulture and have gained practical, hands-on experience through my work with a landscaping and construction company (Oct 2025 – Feb 2026), where I was involved in outdoor, physically demanding tasks and developed a solid foundation in maintaining and improving outdoor spaces. I commenced a Certificate III in Horticulture in early 2026 and am committed to continuing my studies in Melbourne from the July intake, as I’m focused on building a long-term career in the industry. I enjoy hands-on work and take pride in seeing the results of consistent care and effort, whether through planting, maintenance, or general site work. I bring a strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality, and I’m comfortable working in varying weather conditions. Having previously completed a traineeship in Outdoor Leadership, I understand the expectations of a structured learning environment and value on-the-job training. I work well as part of a team, communicate effectively, and I’m eager to learn, follow guidance, and continue developing my practical horticultural skills.
Brooke is a motivated candidate with a genuine passion for horticulture and hands-on outdoor work, supported by practical experience in landscaping and construction. She is planning to commence a Certificate III in Horticulture, demonstrating a clear commitment to building a long-term career in the industry. Brooke presents as reliable, hardworking, and team-oriented, with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to learning. Her references highlighting her as enthusiastic and professional, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to pick up tasks beyond her experience level, as well as showing strong initiative and adaptability in new environments. Based in Ferntree Gully, she has full-time availability, holds a driver’s licence (including manual), and is willing to travel. She is available to commence from early June due to a pre-planned holiday, and is allergic to bees (carries an EpiPen), which can be managed in a suitable work environment. Overall, Brooke is a strong and dependable candidate with proven capability, excellent references, and a clear commitment to horticulture.
I’m a motivated and hands-on individual with a strong work ethic and a genuine interest in building a long-term career in horticulture. I have practical experience in landscaping, where I was involved in a wide range of tasks including concreting, sleeper walls, fencing, paving, planting, turfing, and general outdoor work, and I’m comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. I’m physically fit and used to working in all weather conditions, and I enjoy working with tools to create and solve problems. My experience in a factory environment has also helped me develop strong attention to detail, quality control, and the ability to follow processes consistently and efficiently. At home, I take pride in maintaining the garden, including mowing, whipper snipping, and general upkeep, which reflects my genuine interest in outdoor work. Overall, I’m committed to learning, developing my skills, and building a long-term future in the horticulture industry.
Keenan is a well-presented and motivated candidate with a bubbly personality who interviewed strongly during the meet and greet, bringing great energy and a positive attitude. He has hands-on experience as a landscaping apprentice for one year, along with production experience in steel factories, giving him a solid foundation in physically demanding and fast-paced environments. Currently working as a swim teacher, he demonstrates strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work with different individuals. He holds a White Card and Working With Children Check, has a driver’s licence with access to a vehicle, and is able to travel across multiple sites, and is also looking to obtain his manual licence in the near future. Keenan showed a genuine interest in horticulture and a clear understanding of the traineeship pathway, with a willingness to learn and grow in the industry. He is reliable, adaptable, and able to comprehend tasks well, with a proactive approach to learning and development. He disclosed that he has Raynaud’s phenomenon, which is well managed and under control, and is not expected to impact his work. Overall, he presents as a strong, capable candidate suited to a horticulture traineeship environment.