Arborist Apprentice

The apprenticeship programme is a brilliant opportunity to launch your career in arboriculture. You’ll need to be ready to: work to exacting health and safety standards; produce quality work; be a team player; have good time management and attention to detail; work hard.

Your typical working day would consist of:

Prepare kit and equipment for the day’s work Process tree and vegetation arisings (e.g., using a chipper) Maintain power tools (e.g., chainsaws, hedge cutters, chippers) Learn to identify tree species, including identifying pests, diseases and tree defects Conduct ground-based work, including pruning and felling of small trees When ready, climb and carry out tree work at height

Training:
Pershore College Seven block weeks in the first year Three block weeks in the second year

Training Outcome:
Full time role as a Groundsman/ Second Climber at Heartwood

Employer Description:
Industry-leading specialist tree & forestry contractor: Delivering innovative tree, forestry, and vegetation management solutions across the UK. From the depths of our forests to the hearts of our cities, we manage, maintain, and restore our woodland environments.

Working Hours :
Monday- Friday 07:30– 16:30 Reduced to 40 hours for candidates Aged 16-18

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness