Full time Apprentice Tree Surgeon required to work in a friendly, tree work company in West Hyde, Rickmansworth, WD3 9XY (put postcode in Google Maps for exact location). Public transport is not an option as we are quite remote. Due to insurance company restrictions this position is only open to candidates 18 years and older. No previous experience required.
Hours: Monday - Friday 6.30am - 3.30pm
Key Aims and requirements: To learn all aspects of tree work whilst working as part of a team. We will enrol all apprentices on the 2 year apprenticeship program at BCA College in Maidenhead. It is expected that all students will be fully qualified Arborists at the end of the 2 year apprenticeship.
Candidates will not be considered without a current CV and a covering letter or email or a couple of lines after the question explaining why you want this job and how you would get to us every day.
Tasks:
* Carry logs and branches and process these through woodchippers.
* To aid the climbers by filling chainsaws and ensuring ropes are free of snags.
* To liaise with clients and customers as part of a team.
* To learn all aspects of tree work with the view to becoming a competent climber.
* Carry out training for all NPTC chainsaw and climbing certificates.
* Learn all necessary aspects of tree biology, tree identification and tree science with BCA College in Maidenhead.
Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude along with good levels of fitness. No experience required.
Package:
Full PPE provided. Fully paid, on going training including all assessment fees.
1 day per week in term time will be at BCA College and the other 4 days will be on site learing with the Artemis teams.
20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays and birthday off. Regular training days, staff parties/days out.
At the end of the apprenticeship, all students will have passed Level 2 in Arboriculture, NPTC CS30,31,38,39,41. Also Chipper, 1st Aid, and MEWP.
Salary:
Year 1 - £13,000 (Apprentice wage)
Year 2 - £25,000 (National Living Wage)
Please email your CV and covering letter to simon.n'
Please watch this video to gain an understanding of what we do.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Have you added a covering letter? Essential
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/08/2025