Horticulture Apprenticeship

Forbes Landscape and Gardening Services are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Horticultural Landscaping apprentice to join our team. You will work on a variety of tasks, including:

Carrying out planting of shrubs and trees, preparation of ground and the laying of turf Grass cutting Weeding Edging borders Shaping/cutting back plants Learn how to operate and maintain horticultural equipment and machinery  Learn how to bring more wildlife into gardens by creating wild meadows Conduct soil analysis and prepare soil for planting  Planting Keep tools, van, work areas and the yard clean and tidy Working as part of a team

Training:

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Training will be delivered in both the workplace and at East Durham College's Houghall Campus in Durham. Classes are held weekly.

Training Outcome:

Progression to the next level of qualification and the opportunity for career progression within the company.

Employer Description:
Forbes Landscape and Gardening is a leading garden maintenance & landscape gardening service operating in Peterlee and surrounding areas offering a wide range of professional landscaping services. In addition to lawn care, grass cutting, pruning & general garden maintenance work, our dedicated Peterlee based landscaping team are able to provide virtually any form of soft or hard landscaping service you may require. Fencing, decking, hedge shaping, water features, turfing, ponds, patios, pressure washing, garden clearance, tree work and much more.

Working Hours :
The role involves summer and winter working hours, meaning that you will be paid the same wage each week but in the summer months the working day will be longer and in the winter the working day will be shorter. This will be discussed at interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Physical fitness,Reliable