Ville de Morges
Morges
Apprentice horticulturist specialising in landscaping
- 22 September 2026
- 100%
- Apprenticeship
About the job
For the 2027 intake, we are looking for a:
Apprentice horticulturist specialising in landscaping
The assigned tasks are as follows:
- prepare surfaces for planting or sowing
- arrange flower beds, borders, rock gardens or lawns in the designated locations by selecting suitable species, so as to create a harmonious whole both in shape and colour.
- plant, prune and uproot trees, shrubs and hedges
- clean, weed and water the plantings
- mow and clear undergrowth from grassed areas
- participate in seasonal or event decorations according to instructions
- maintain, based on instructions, street furniture and playgrounds
- undertake small earthworks using machinery
- maintain the machines and equipment entrusted such as lawnmower, rototiller, tools according to instructions.
Required criteria:
- compulsory schooling successfully completed before the 2027 intake
- good practical and manual skills
- good physical constitution and ability to adapt to weather conditions
- no vertigo and no pollen allergies
- interest in plants and good memory (for learning their Latin names)
- team spirit
- observational skills.
We offer:
- professional supervision ensuring comprehensive and varied training
- various benefits such as contribution to health insurance and 6 weeks’ holiday.
Complete application dossiers (cover letter, CV, last two school reports, internship reports, and possibly certificate of completion of studies) must be sent only via Jobup, before 30 November 2026.