- Salary: £302 / week
- Address: Newton Grove Farm, Sutton Road SG18 8RA
- Start date: 2026-01-05
- Closing date: 2025-11-30
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Apprentice Arborist Level 2 - Biggleswade
Arborist apprenticeship position available working alongside existing teams delivering high quality tree work across our portfolio of clients. A diverse range of work and opportunity for further growth and development.
Summary
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the maintenance, care and removal of trees and shrubs.
- Learn to identify tree species and assess their health and safety.
- Perform pruning, trimming and planting oftrees under supervision.
- Safely operate and maintain equipment such as chainsaws, wood chippers, and climbing gear. (These tickets will be provided throughout the apprenticeship).
- Assist with tree climbing and aerial lift operations.
- Learn and follow industry safety standards and procedures.
- Clean up job sites including the removal of debris and wood.
- Support the arborist team in diagnosing tree diseases, pests, and other health concerns.
- Requirements:
- A genuine interest in tree care and the environment.
- Willingness to learn and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour.
- Basic understanding of tools and machinery (training provided).
- Strong attention to detail and a safety conscious mindset.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Valid driver’s license (preferred), 17+ years of age, driving licence or willing to learn – JOC offers support for up front payment of lessons to be repaid over up to 18 month period.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
GCSE grade 3 Maths and English or equivalent desired but not essential.
Future prospects
Things to consider
Training to be provided
- Full Arborist Apprenticeship Level 2.
- Functional Skills where required.
About the employer
John O'Conner (Grounds Maintenance) LimitedWhether we are advising on the best species to plant, maintenance of existing trees or attending an emergency, our arboriculture services team at John O’Conner supports all your tree-care needs throughout the UK. We are an Arboricultural Association-approved contractor, giving you peace of mind that we meet all regulatory and professional standards for tree care services.
Our team uses modern equipment and techniques to take care of routine tree and woodland management, including tree removal, pruning works, and stump removal and treatment. We undertake high-quality technical arboricultural operations to BS 3998:2010 standards, in compliance with industry codes of practice and within all required legislation. Highly qualified and experienced, we undertake regular training for our team to maintain and refresh expertise.