Groundskeeper Apprentice

     Maintaining the site landscaping to a high standard      Maintaining lawns, trees, shrubs, hedges, flowers      Operating and maintaining hand and power tools      Operating and maintaining lawn mowing and other equipment      Keeping grounds free from litter and debris      Weeding      Watering of lawns, trees and plants      Leaf and debris blowing and collecting      General DIY tasks as required from time to time      Jet washing slabs, building etc      Snow clearing and gritting in winter months      Able to work flexibly and some overtime where required      The role involves frequent standing, walking, reaching and             carrying      Some care of the wildlife on site may be required (eg;                     hedgehogs/bees/rabbits)      Maintain an area where biodiversity is of key importance

Training:

Training: Delivery to be completed on site and off the job training either at Barnsley College or your place of work. Student to complete a Horticulture or landscape construction operative level 2 apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:
There are plenty of opportunities, however this will depend on performance and potential of the candidate

Employer Description:
AESSEAL is one of the world’s leading specialists in the design and manufacture of mechanical seals and support systems for a sustainable future. Through our investment in innovative new sealing solutions we enable our customers in a wide range of industries to meet the complex needs of society both now and in the future. AESSEAL works with a range of industrial sectors including; oil and gas, chemical and pharmaceutical, pulp & paper, mining & minerals, food & beverage, power generation, water and waste water, bio / ethanol, automotive and metal processing. Our promise to customers is simple: we aim to give such exceptional service that they need never consider alternative sources of supply. Originating in South Yorkshire 1979 and starting with only just 8 employees, the business has grown into a global manufacturing organisation that now has sites in +180 countries and +200 locations. It now has over 1900 employees across the globe, and groups sales of over £230 million per annum.

Working Hours :
Working week: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm during initial apprenticeship. Occasional weekend work may be required.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness