Arborist Apprenticeship Level 2 CORMAC SOLUTIONS LIMITED
You will be working in the Landscaping team, developing practical skills and a deep knowledge about Arborist and Landscaping operations in the Environment section of Cormac Solutions Highways and Environment service.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 16 Jun 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£14,500.00
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Working week
Monday to Friday - 9.00am to 5.00pm
Total hours per week: 37
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
02 Sep 2024
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Date posted
23 Feb 2024
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000233440
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Positions
4 available
What you will do in your working day
- Select appropriate equipment for the Load and unload equipment safely.
- Process tree work arisings using appropriate machinery.
- Take appropriate care of tools, equipment and customer property.
- Recognise a basic range of tree and shrub species using common and scientific names.
- Identify pests, diseases, disorders and tree defects.
- Carry out a range of ground-based pruning operations.
- Fell and process small trees.
- Prepare sites for planting, plant trees and provide support, protection and aftercare.
- Use and maintain powered and non-powered tools and equipment.
The training you will be getting
You will be committed to completing a level 2 & 3 Arborist apprenticeship and continuing your personal development.
Your qualification will be delivered at Bicton College with attendance required in the format of blocks of study and learning on campus.
The following licence to practice qualifications would be required prior to end point assessment:
- Level 3 award in emergency first aid at work
- Level 2 award in safe use of brushwood chipper
- Traffic Management (NRSWA Unit 002 Signing, Lighting and Guarding) OR Sector Scheme 12D
- Level 2 award in chainsaw maintenance
- Level 2 award in crosscutting timber using a chainsaw
- Level 2 award in felling and processing trees up to 380mm
- Level 2 award in accessing a tree using a rope and harness
- Level 3 award in aerial tree rescue operations
- Level 3 award in aerial cutting of trees using free fall techniques
- Level 2 award in safe use of mobile elevated work platform
- Level 3 award in use of a chainsaw from a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP)
- Apprentices without Level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for Level 2 English and maths prior to taking the end-point assessment.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
Once you have completed your Level 2 Arborist Apprenticeship you will be able to progress onto your Level 3 Arborist Apprenticeship.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A-C or 4-9) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
CORMAC SOLUTIONS LIMITED
About disability confident
Address
Western Group Centre
Radnor Road
Scorrier
TR16 5EH
Contact
Lynne Dunn
07563251434
Training
Training provider
CORNWALL COLLEGE
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Apprenticeship standard
Arborist
Level 2 (GCSE)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
Employer's Application Instructions
Please complete the online form and attach your CV.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 16 Jun 2024