Summary
You will work on exciting, ground-breaking projects from day one.Our early careers programme gives you the chance to connect with others across the business. Our qualified arboriculturists provide tree surveys & arboricultural advice to support the integration of development around trees to protect the natural environment.
Wage
Competitive
Competitive wage offered
* Annual salary review
Training course
Arboriculturist (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday 7.5 hours per day Start and finish times typically are 9.00am- 5.30pm
38 hours a week
Start date
Tuesday 8 September 2026
Duration
2 years 6 months
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
As an Apprentice in our team, you will have the opportunity to:
* Assist and undertake tree surveys and assessments to meet the project requirements, this will include species identification and the recording of key dimensions including stem diameter, tree heights and crown dimensions
* Survey information will be collected on GPS enabled tablets using industry specific software
* Support the preparation of reports and recommendations for tree management and the integration of trees in development projects, working alongside other disciplines to collaborate and find solutions
* Learn and support the production of arboricultural drawings including Tree Constraints Plans, Tree Retention and Removal Plans and Tree Protection Plans
Where you'll work
You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.
This apprenticeship is available in these locations:
* 4th Floor No 1 Central Square, Vaughan Way, Leicester, LE1 4JS
* 1 Angel Court, London, EC2R 7HJ
* 2nd floor, 11 York Street, Manchester, M2 2AW
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE
Training course
Arboriculturist (level 4)
What you'll learn
Course contents
* Tree inspection including assessment of health, defects, safety risks, site factors, planning requirements and aesthetics.
* Interpret maps and plans.
* Assess tree risk to inform decision making.
* Specify arboricultural works.
* Select advanced diagnostic equipment for tree risk assessment.
* Select biosecurity protocols.
* Follow instructions and processes.
* Write arboricultural reports.
* Use software-based tree management systems, including associated laptop and handheld remote working equipment.
* Produce plans using digital mapping software (for example GIS).
* Select and use different formats to communicate information (for example table, image, map, text, graph).
* Collect, research and analyse arboricultural information and data including reliable information sources.
* Advise on implications of arboricultural policy, legislation, regulation and best practice including local and national planning policy.
* Identification of tree species, their characteristics and requirements for healthy growth.
* Manage projects including working within budget, systems and processes.
* Produce quotations or tenders including defining a scope/specification of work.
* Foster professional relationships with clients, customers and colleagues and engage with the community.
* Negotiate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
* Communicate information to technical and non- technical audiences using a range of techniques.
* Take meeting notes or minutes.
* Seek further information from managers, supervisors or colleagues, when necessary.
* Create and evaluate relevant risk assessments and method statements for arboricultural operations.
* Provide customer service.
* Identify soil type, properties, condition and implications for tree health.
* Value trees as assets for both amenity and ecosystem service provision.
* Establish and monitor quality standards for tree work operations.
* Promote the organisation, products, services or activities.
* Collect tree data including taking measurements.
* Make tree management recommendations verbally.
* Identify tree pests and pathogens, assess impacts on tree health and suggest management responses.
* Assess tree planting practices.
* Tree inspection including assessment of health, defects, safety risks, site factors, planning requirements and aesthetics.
* Interpret maps and plans.
* Assess tree risk to inform decision making.
* Specify arboricultural works.
* Select advanced diagnostic equipment for tree risk assessment.
* Select biosecurity protocols.
* Follow instructions and processes.
* Write arboricultural reports.
* Use software-based tree management systems, including associated laptop and handheld remote working equipment.
* Produce plans using digital mapping software (for example GIS).
* Select and use different formats to communicate information (for example table, image, map, text, graph).
* Collect, research and analyse arboricultural information and data including reliable information sources.
* Advise on implications of arboricultural policy, legislation, regulation and best practice including local and national planning policy.
* Identification of tree species, their characteristics and requirements for healthy growth.
* Manage projects including working within budget, systems and processes.
* Produce quotations or tenders including defining a scope/specification of work.
* Foster professional relationships with clients, customers and colleagues and engage with the community.
* Negotiate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
* Communicate information to technical and non- technical audiences using a range of techniques.
* Take meeting notes or minutes.
* Seek further information from managers, supervisors or colleagues, when necessary.
* Create and evaluate relevant risk assessments and method statements for arboricultural operations.
* Provide customer service.
* Identify soil type, properties, condition and implications for tree health.
* Value trees as assets for both amenity and ecosystem service provision.
* Establish and monitor quality standards for tree work operations.
* Promote the organisation, products, services or activities.
* Collect tree data including taking measurements.
* Make tree management recommendations verbally.
* Identify tree pests and pathogens, assess impacts on tree health and suggest management responses.
* Assess tree planting practices.
Training schedule
This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
5 GCSE's including Maths, English and Science (grade 9- 4 /A*- C)
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
2 A'levels (grade Grade C or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Administrative skills
* Team working
* Initiative
* Physical fitness
Other requirements
* Suitability for Security Clearance