Tree Surgeon and Landscaper Apprentice

Weldon Tree and Landscapes carry out a full range of domestic and contract tree surgery and Landscape Maintenance that include tree removal, tree surgery, crown reductions, pruning, Tree Surveys, hedge cutting, stump removal , grass cutting, site clearances for developments as well as contract Landscape Maintenance for local Councils and Factories

They are now looking for an apprentice to join their team.

So what will you be doing as an apprentice?

Safety comes first, so adhering to local policies and making sure PPE is used at all times.

Climbing: Safely climbing trees to prune or remove branches.

Assessing health: Determining the health of trees and what treatment they may need.

Planting: Planting trees, hedges, and shrubs.

Identifying hazards: Assessing trees and the surrounding areas for potential hazards and damage.

Felling: Felling and removing trees, hedges, and other vegetation.

Grinding: Grinding stumps.

Chipping: Chipping and cutting logs and branches.

Servicing equipment: Maintaining equipment like chainsaws and chippers.

Helping with writing tree survey reports for clients.

Communicating with clients: Liaising with clients and providing advice.

Lawn mowing and tree planting for clients.

Repairing fencing.

Assisting in quotations for domestic and commercial customers.

You will need to attend Shuttleworth College once a fortnight with home study in the week that you are not in college.

Training:

- Level 2 Horticulture and Landscaping Operative - Landscaping Pathway
- Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Training Outcome:

On completion of the apprenticeship, the successful applicant will be competent and skilled in tree climbing. Be part of growing team. Learn and attend courses within this field. Take a lead role in carrying out jobs, making sure all areas of the job are performed to a high standard. Dealing with clients both domestic and commercial independently from management.

Employer Description:
We are a Tree and Landscaping company who covers domestic and commercial work for our clients. We cover tree management, landscaping, surveys within this field. tree surgery, tree felling, hedge cutting, stump removal, and Grounds Maintenance. We cover areas Northamptonshire, Rutland, Cambridgeshire, south Leicestershire and Lincolnshire.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 7.45am to 4.00pm

Skills:
Can follow instructions,Good communication skills,Passionate,Team player