Arborist Student

Hampshire County Council; Romsey; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Romsey is offering a full-time Student Arborist position for 24 months. This unique opportunity provides training and experience in arboriculture. Candidates should have a basic knowledge of trees and possess a passion for learning. This role promises personal growth in a supportive team environment, contributing to the maintenance of the prestigious Sir Harold Hillier Gardens.

Benefits

Flexible workplace

Team-based environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Good basic knowledge of trees and plants.
• Passion for trees and learning.
• Qualifications in chainsaw maintenance and felling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tree maintenance and management.
• Learn industry best practices in arboriculture.
• Contribute to the presentation of the gardens.

Skills

Basic knowledge of trees and plants

Enthusiasm for learning

Tools

Chipper

Chainsaw

Job description

Overview

The Sir Harold Hillier Gardens in Hampshire is open all year and offers 180 acres of beauty, inspiration and discovery. Over 42,000 plants from temperate regions around the world grow in a variety of themed landscapes. This varied and exciting role will see you assist the arb team.

Come and refine your skills in a dynamic working environment with an experienced and friendly team, where personal growth and development are encouraged.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Student Arborist position for a period of 24 months. This unique opportunity offers expert knowledge, guidance and training from a highly experienced head arborist and team within an internationally renowned arboretum.

What you’ll do

• The Student Arborist will be qualified with Level 2 chipper, chainsaw maintenance and felling up to 380mm. Climbing, aerial rescue and chainsaw use in a tree environment, training and qualifications will be given as part of the role.
• Students will be taught industry best practice in numerous arboricultural operations and basics in the plant sciences, advanced plant identification skills and practical workshops on tree and plant management.
• You will contribute to the first-class maintenance of the tree collection and associated landscape ensuring that The Sir Harold Hillier Gardens achieves the highest standards of arboricultural health and safety, maintenance and presentation.

What we’re looking for

A good basic knowledge of trees and plants and an enthusiasm and passion for trees and learning are prerequisites. The position would suit a college leaver or someone at the start of their arboricultural career.

We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!

To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion

Matthew Strand, Head Arborist, 07738448831

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