Arborist Apprentice

Take care of the development of a new 2 hectare woodland and 2 hectare grassland park Mow grass, strim, weed, and maintain existing green areas (seasonal) Monitor and work towards maintaining existing tree stock Water plants and trees as required Inspect fencing, seating, signage, footpaths, and sheds under instruction; report issues to Senior Grounds Person/line manager Undertake remedial or instructed maintenance work on Council owned assets, including vandalism and graffiti repairs Undertake training to qualified standard for visual and operational playground inspection Prepare burial ground ash and/or grave plots Salt spread during icy conditions. Litter pick and report hazardous waste Maintain bins and dog waste facilities, emptying skip bins as needed Supervise contractors, subcontractors and volunteers as directed Post and remove agendas/notices as directed Attend community events as directed to assist officers and councillors (may involve the occasional evening and/or weekend)

Training:

Arborist Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

You will work at various locations within Stanway Parish, including but not limited to Swan Green, Stanway Community Centre and Playing Field, Lucy Lane South Park, Silver Witch Green Park, Comb Meadow Natural Burial Ground, Jansma Park and designated footpaths and bus shelters. 8am – 4am weekdays (with chance to work earlier in hot weather and/or later in inclement conditions – therefore, within the timeframe of 7am-5pm) Flexible based on seasonal tasks and frequency schedule; some evening or weekend work may be required depending on events or emergencies You will attend Writtle College CM1 3RR one day a week from 9am-5pm

Training Outcome:
After completeion of the apprenticeship, you will be interviewed for a  permanent position

Employer Description:
Local Council maintaining land assets with Stanway, Colchester.

Working Hours :
Working week hours (Monday-Friday) to be agreed, and may be reduced during the winter period and increased during the summer months.

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