Horticulture and Habitats Apprentice

You will be trained in all aspects of habitat maintenance, to include:

To consult with the Habitats Team Leader and team on a day-to-day basis, to ensure the park is maintained in a clean and tidy condition. Tasks may include – mowing, strimming, planting, weeding, pruning, mulching, sweeping and other such related landscape maintenance related tasks. Assisting with work in all areas of the park, dealing with animal enclosure landscape maintenance and development or other related tasks as required. To ensure all equipment under your control is kept in good working order, is well maintained and ensuring its safe return after use. Assisting with work in all areas of the park, dealing with any other horticultural or related tasks as required. To be aware of all facilities, exhibits and special events that are ongoing or taking place within Marwell Wildlife. Identify and assist with maintenance of the departments machines in your care and ensure that machinery is operated in accordance with Health and Safety Regulations, park and departmental instructions. To assist in the undertaking of any other duty deemed reasonable as required by the Habitats Team Leader and Animal Operations Manager. Identify with and contribute to Marwell Wildlife Brand Values, mission and charitable objectives.

Human Resources

Attend designated college sessions and complete all assignments and assessments required to attain the Level 2 qualification Attend company specific formal & informal training as required

Health & Safety

Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures, identify hazards and operate by appropriate risk assessments and in the event of any Health and Safety problem, immediately refer to Habitats Team Leader. Check work areas for potential hazards Learn & maintain an understanding of emergency procedures - practice and enact as required

Communications, eduction and public awareness

Participate in education, media and marketing initiatives as required Engage guests informally during course of duties Basic understanding of health and safety requirements Full driving licence valid for the UK due to the use of park vehicles and for insurance purposes.

Desired Personal Qualities

Flexible approach to work and the ability to adapt in a changing environment, to meet the requirements of the situation Considerate working manner, operating thoughtfully of guests, colleagues and the environment you are working in Reliable and conscientious Ability to work well both in a team and alone Ability to follow instructions, paying close attention to detail Genuine interest, enthusiasm and appreciation of horticulture

Training:

Day release during term time to Sparsholt College.

Training Outcome:

A good grounding in horticulture will allow you to progress within the industry.

Employer Description:
As an action-oriented conservation charity, Marwell Wildlife’s passion is to connect people with nature. Through enthusing people about the wonders of the natural world we’re certain they’ll share our passion to conserve it. Our success relies on two key things. The impression we create through our 140-acre zoological park, Marwell Zoo, with its wide array of tropical and endangered species and the family of talented people we employ who share our interests and bring our vision to life.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday between 8am-4.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,An interest in horticulture