Arborist Apprentice: Groundwork & Tree Care

Skern Training; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom Boswell Tree Services Ltd in London seeks an Apprentice Groundsman to learn practical skills, assist climbers, and contribute to safe, high-quality tree surgery operations. You will spend time on workshops, observe health and safety codes, and complete tests and assignments as part of your training program.

Successful apprentices are well-organised, flexible, and able to fit into the existing staff structure while developing professional arboriculture knowledge and on-the-job capabilities.

Qualifications

• Entry requirements GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high quality and safe tree surgery service, stump grinding and other related tasks.
• Be part of a team of tree surgeons and ground staff to complete tree surgery operations safely and to high standard every time.
• Complete maintenance checks on works vehicles.
• Undertake health and safety work programmes, as agreed with the Operations manager / Company Director and in line with industry best practice.
• Manage company resources effectively, contributing to financial efficiencies.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development and keep up to date with best practice in Arboriculture.
• Maintain personal and occupational development with industry relevant qualifications as required by job.
• Ensure information relating to the Company and its clients is managed confidentially and in line with governance requirements.

Skills

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Desirable)

Job description

Tom Boswell Tree Services Ltd in London seeks an Apprentice Groundsman to learn practical skills, assist climbers, and contribute to safe, high-quality tree surgery operations. You will spend time on workshops, observe health and safety codes, and complete tests and assignments as part of your training program.

Successful apprentices are well-organised, flexible, and able to fit into the existing staff structure while developing professional arboriculture knowledge and on-the-job capabilities.