Arborist Apprentice

Full-Time No home office possible

Industry-leading specialist tree & forestry contractor: Delivering innovative tree, forestry, and vegetation management solutions across the UK. From the depths of our forests to the hearts of our cities, we manage, maintain, and restore our woodland environments.

Position

Full-time role as a Groundsman / Second Climber at Heartwood.

About the Apprenticeship

The apprenticeship programme is a brilliant opportunity to launch your career in arboriculture. You’ll need to be ready to:

Work to exacting health and safety standards
Produce quality work
Be a team player
Have good time management and attention to detail
Work hard

Your Typical Working Day Would Consist Of:

Prepare kit and equipment for the day’s work
Process tree and vegetation arisings (e.g., using a chipper)
Maintain power tools (e.g., chainsaws, hedge cutters, chippers)
Learn to identify tree species, including identifying pests, diseases, and tree defects
Conduct ground-based work, including pruning and felling of small trees
When ready, climb and carry out tree work at height

Training

Training will take place at Pershore College, with seven block weeks in the first year and three block weeks in the second year.

Hours

Monday – Friday 07:30 – 16:30 (Reduced to 40 hours for candidates aged 16-18).

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Arborist Apprentice employer: Heartwood Tree Surgeons

Heartwood is an exceptional employer, offering a unique apprenticeship programme that not only equips you with vital skills in arboriculture but also fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a commitment to health and safety, and opportunities for hands-on training at Pershore College, employees can expect to grow both personally and professionally while contributing to the sustainable management of our woodland environments across the UK.