Apprentice Arborist DOWN TO EARTH TREES LTD
The Apprentice Arborist role looks to be filled by a hardworking and eager individual who is willing to work as part of a team, undertaking a variety of duties across general arboricultural operations and comply with company standards and industry best practice.
Closing date: 31 Aug 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£16,536.00
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Working week
Days and shifts are to be confirmed
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
01 Sep 2022
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Date posted
06 Jul 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000062686
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
- To handle and dispose of waste material- chipper/ load logs onto lorry
- To demonstrate a responsible attitude towards the use of personal and company equipment and maintain the equipment as instructed
- To follow all company policy and guidance in order to ensure the health and safety welfare of yourself, colleagues, and all other persons
- To follow all company policy and guidance in order to ensure that work does not adversely affect the environment
- To support the crew in undertaking felling operations
- To undertake pruning operations
- To process branch wood/ round timber into appropriate sizes for disposal
- To discuss works with clients on site ensuring works carried out are in line with client expectation and quotation specification
- To support the crew in clearing sites before leaving and ensuring all company equipment is reloaded safely and neatly
- To perform other duties that may be required by the Crew Leader or Operations Manager
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- The new employee will study at Plumpton College with other Apprentice Arborists - You will have access to the latest equipment and technology and tutors and work with coaches with over 20+ years’ experience of working in the sector.
- By studying a nationally recognised qualification, you have the opportunity to gain important certificates and tickets that will help build your career in the future.
- In addition, there are opportunities to enter national climbing competitions, and discounts on a suite of college courses e.g. Level 2 Award in the Safe use of Pesticides.
- Please see the Plumpton College web site for details of the course by clicking on the link below
- https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/courses/arborist-apprenticeship-level-2-292/
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
There is opportunity for continued employment and career progression following the completion of the apprenticeship based on performance.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Other Driving Licence (Grade Full) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
DOWN TO EARTH TREES LTD
https://downtoearthtrees.co.uk/
Address
THE OAST
PRESTON FARM
SHOREHAM ROAD
TN14 7UD
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Arborist
Level 2 (GCSE)
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