Apprentices working in Environmental, Water and Sustainability teams are involved with the delivery of a wide range of projects, in ecology, hydrology, catchment restoration, natural flood management, flood risk management and flood modelling.
Apprentices in these teams have varied responsibilities and duties that involve:
Helping to deliver projects that improve river health, biodiversity, and climate resilience
Supporting sustainable design solutions for clients across public, private and third sectors
Contributing to flood risk reduction, catchment restoration and environmental protection
For more detailed information about each discipline, visit our What we do page. Training:
Environmental practitioner (Degree) Apprenticeship Standard
(BSc) Environmental Science
Apprenticeship training will be provided by Coventry University
Training Outcome:
We want our staff to reach their full potential and feel that their development is important to us
Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, a structured training and development plan will be put in place to support further progression
Employer Description:JBA began in 1995 and have grown to be one of Europe’s leading specialists in environmental engineering and environmental management, with a strong track record of major studies for national governments and international bodies.
Our Head Office in based in Skipton, with offices in 9 countries around the world.
We have been independent and employee-owned for over two decades, allowing us the freedom to focus on innovation and our commitment to exceptional client service.
Visit www.jbaconsulting.com to find out more about what we do.Working Hours :JBA supports agile working which provides for greater flexibility with the way that we work.
The standard working week is Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
Apprentices working in Environmental, Water and Sustainability teams are involved with the delivery of a wide range of projects, in ecology, hydrology, catchment restoration, natural flood management, flood risk management and flood modelling. Apprentices in these teams have varied responsibilities and duties that involve:
Helping to deliver projects that improve river health, biodiversity, and climate resilience
Supporting sustainable design solutions for clients across public, private and third sectors
Contributing to flood risk reduction, catchment restoration and environmental protection
For more detailed information about each discipline, visit our What we do page. Training:
Environmental practitioner (Degree) Apprenticeship Standard
(BSc) Environmental Science
Apprenticeship training will be provided by The University of the West of England
Training Outcome:
We want our staff to reach their full potential and feel that their development is important to us
Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, a structured training and development plan will be put in place to support further progression
Employer Description:JBA began in 1995 and have grown to be one of Europe’s leading specialists in environmental engineering and environmental management, with a strong track record of major studies for national governments and international bodies.
Our Head Office in based in Skipton, with offices in 9 countries around the world.
We have been independent and employee-owned for over two decades, allowing us the freedom to focus on innovation and our commitment to exceptional client service.
Visit www.jbaconsulting.com to find out more about what we do.Working Hours :JBA supports agile working which provides for greater flexibility with the way that we work.
The standard working week is Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
Job Role:
To carry out operations as directed by the Maintenance Foreman or any other person responsible for the running of the contract
To ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental systems as required by the company
Duties will include, but not limited to:
Carry out landscape maintenance duties as required including mowing, strimming, pruning, hand weeding, litter picking and watering
Ensure all times that appropriate PPE is worn as instructed and is in good working order. Ensure that the Foreman is aware of any shortfall in PPE. If no action is taken, then you must report to Contracts Supervisor
Ensure vehicles and chemical chests are kept locked at all times when not occupied
Prior to mowing, inspect all sites for hazards and ensure mowers are set at correct levels
Control of all plant and materials, checking that tools, machinery and vehicles are maintained and cleaned every day
Carry out operations with total regard for the safety of all operatives and members of the public at all times and to the standard expected by the company
Liaise with Foreman with regards to H&S and QA matters. All accidents are to be entered into the company accident book by the Contracts Supervisor
Ensuring on site activities comply with Health & Safety regulations
Ensure waste is managed and disposed of correctly under direction of Foreman
To deputise for the Foreman in his absence where required
Liaise with client or their representative on site in an appropriate manner
Other duties as required
Training:
Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment
The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Horticulture and Landscape Operative Apprenticeship
The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and onsite visits throughout the apprenticeship
The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship
You will also need to achieve Level 3 award in Emergency First Aid at Work and Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Guidance or Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides before undertaking the End Point Assessment
Training Outcome:A permanent role may be available for the right candidate landscape gardener.Employer Description:Whiting Landscape Limited (WLL), established in 1977, delivers comprehensive landscape construction and maintenance services across the UK. We specialise in commercial projects, offering tailored solutions from design and installation to aftercare and ecological considerations. With our centrally located head office and nursery near the motorway network in Worcestershire, we ensure nationwide coverage and exceptional service to bring client landscaping vision to life. We offer a range of services including design and build, ecology, hard landscaping, soft landscaping & maintenance.Working Hours :38-hour per week contract (7:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday, 2:30pm finish on a Friday). Some flexibility will be required with hours depending upon season.Skills: Logical,Team working,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
