Level 6 Woodland Officer Apprentice

As a Level 6 Woodland Officer Apprentice, you’ll learn how to:

Effectively manage and improve the company's trees and woodland throughout the catchment, in order to protect water quality, provide amenity, and enhance reputation. Develop and implement forest management and design plans in line with FSC guidelines for all trees and woodlands within the catchment. Manage the company’s woodlands to ensure we maintain the company’s FSC accreditation including preparing for and managing the audit process Represent UU at meetings with stakeholders including local authorities, utility companies, contractors, partners etc. ensuring that the Company's interests are protected and the Company's reputation enhanced Assess land to identify opportunities to create new woodland 
Apply for grants to deliver new woodland creation and existing woodland management 



Training:
Your training will be at your workplace and block release at the university. 

Training Outcome:
Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme (as long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme)

Employer Description:

United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. 



Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working


  • Location: 3 The Green Thirlmere Keswick CA12 4TQ
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
  • Posted: 30-Jan-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk