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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.

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Closing date: 31 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,536.00

  • Working week

    Days and shifts are to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    06 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000062686

  • 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

Communication skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Flexible, Follow health & safety

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4 or Above) Desired
Other Driving Licence (Grade Full) Desired

Things to consider

The main office and yard is situated in a remote location and so consideration of travel to and from work is important. Shoreham Station is a 20minute walk to the yard. •To be signed up to the PerkBox reward scheme that offers discounts and free weekly treats. •Birthday off as an additional days paid leave •28 days leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 days to be taken during the festive period closure between Christmas and New Year) •To learn the industry with one of the top companies, working with crew leaders who have an extensive knowledge of the industry

About the employer

Down To Earth is a multi-disciplined company offering specialist arboricultural contracting and consultancy throughout Kent and South East London. We remain one of the longest established companies to earn the prestigious Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor certification; and we provide a wide range of tree management, consultancy and arboricultural services, backed by unrivalled levels of experience. With around 4-5 crews being mobilised each day you have an opportunity to work with a number of likeminded individuals with a passion for arboriculture; showing the ropes and helping you master the skills needed to become a fully qualified Arborist. Down to Earth also uses a top of the range database, sending crews out to site with everything needed on an iPad to ensure that the crews have what they need on site.

Employer

DOWN TO EARTH TREES LTD

Address

THE OAST

PRESTON FARM

SHOREHAM ROAD

TN14 7UD

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Training

Training provider

PLUMPTON COLLEGE

Contact

Business Services

alice-hutch@hotmail.co.uk

01273 892127

Apprenticeship standard

Arborist

Level 2 (GCSE)

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