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  • Salary: £302 / week
  • Address: Idverde, Catchdale Moss Farm WA10 5QG
  • Start date: 2026-03-30
  • Closing date: 2026-03-22
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Arborist Apprenticeship Level 2

At idverde, we provide a range of arboriculture operations including tree removals, crown thinning, reductions, lifting, dead wooding and tree planting as well as ongoing tree maintenance. We are now looking for an Apprentice Arborist to join our team in St Helens.

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.

 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

GCSE Maths and English Level 3 or equivalent is desired but not essential.

Future prospects

Opportunity to progress within idverde upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Things to consider

You must be prepared to work outside in all weathers. Please be sure that you are able to travel to the work address. The salary is National Minimum Wage the salary quoted is for 16 to 18 years old and will rise in accordance to age. You will require a DBS check if successful.

Training to be provided

Full Level 2 Arborist Apprenticeship

Functional skills where required

About the employer

idverde

idverde is the UK & Europe’s leading provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation projects. From advice through to maintenance, our teams can support professional open space management, landscape design and creation, grounds maintenance, tree surgery, civil engineering, arboriculture, sports surfaces, biodiversity management, waterways management, and much more.

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