Horticulture Operative Apprentice

Working as part of our team, you will be trained in carrying out tasks for commercial clients including:

Grounds Maintenance: Mowing, strimming, edging lawns, hedge cutting, pruning, and planting. Site Care: Litter picking, clearing debris, sweeping, and maintaining hard surfaces. Seasonal Services: Winter maintenance, including gritting, salting, and snow removal. Technical Work: Maintaining and safely operating powered grounds equipment (e.g. hedge trimmers, mowers).

Training:

One day per week will be allocated to training at Kirkley Hall.



Training Outcome:

There is the possibility of full time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship. There is the possibility of progression to the level 3 apprenticeship alongside further training opportunities.



Employer Description:
NE Commercial LTD offer ground maintenance services to commercial clients throughout the North East of England. Services provided include (but not limited to): Grounds Maintenance Landscaping Lawn Maintenance Tree Works and Invasive Weeds Winter Maintenance Site Clearance and Waste Removal

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 7.00am - 3.00pm, 30 minute lunch break.

Skills:
Initiative ,Listening Skills ,Physically fit ,Polite And Friendly,Teamwork Skills,Time Keeping Skills


  • Location:
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE
  • Posted: 23-Apr-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk