Apprentice / Junior Gardener

The successful candidate will be involved in all gardening related activities such as; maintaining perennial boarders, pruning, spraying, mowing, weeding, trimming, watering, fertilising, mulching, vegetable, fruit harvesting, and propagation Assisting the gardening team with the maintenance of the estate grounds and ensuring cleanliness of communal areas To obtain training on how to operate and maintain specialised equipment for grounds keeping, making sure that all machinery is ready for use safely and is cleaned and placed away after use To follow all required health and safety regulations, making sure that personal protective equipment (PPE) is used correctly, that machinery is pre-inspected, and that clear instructions are followed for each task provided Carrying out other tasks as applicable to the highest standard

Training:
Horticulture or landscape construction operative
Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard This programme will be delivered through a combination of practical hands-on and theory based activities, which are scheduled one day a week at the Berkshire College of Agriculture campus

Training Outcome:
Suitable candidates will have an opportunity of applying for permanent employment

Employer Description:
A private stud estate near Hurley is looking for two apprentice gardeners to join a team of experienced horticulturists and grounds people to maintain their newly landscaped gardens. Among some of the gardens will include, English cottage style gardens, two cut flower gardens, two kitchen gardens, a Japanese garden and cascade water feature gardens.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm

Skills:
Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Independent Working,Proactive