Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship

Responsibility for all garden/groundwork including grass cutting (tractor/lawnmower), strimming, weed control, hedges, flowerbeds and plants/shrubs, hanging baskets and tubs (seasonal). Ensuring orchards and grounds of the main farm site and Tregoninny are tidy, clear, weed free and safe. Visibly appealing to all visitors, acting as the liaison for the department. Polytunnel – clean, presentable, watered. Kept to an acceptable standard and productive use. Landscape maintenance. Ensure that all checklists and relevant paperwork are filled in accurately and presented on time. Assisting with the management of the vineyard. Working together with the vineyard manager to ensure they are maintained to the highest standards year-round. Supporting the Vineyard manager with overall care, maintenance and upkeep of all of Tregoninny’s 300 Acres including woodland management, felling, maintaining and re-planting. Maintaining gates, fences and animal tools/aids. Rodent control (All sites). Assist with any other site duties as required. Any other activity/tasks as and when requested by the Directors.

Training:

Mandatory qualifications within this standard include:

Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2 City & Guilds Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Guidance or Lantra Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) City and Guilds Level 2 Award In the Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment (PA6)

Day release: Monday.

Training Outcome:

Upon successfully completing the apprenticeship, there may be a permanent role available.

Employer Description:

Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm is a family-run, open all year-round visitor attraction and home to the thriving production house of the famous Rattler Cyder! Since the company was founded in 1980, Healeys has grown exponentially, with listings across large supermarket chains such as Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Asda and Morrisons, in addition to our regional and national wholesale partners. With a multi-faceted production facility specialising in a range of products from ciders, wines, preserves and spirits, our business is not only exciting place to visit and shop but a great place to work.

Working Hours :
To be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience