Forestry Apprentice

We are looking for an individual to join our family run, diverse, vibrant, estate as a forestry apprentice in our forestry team.

The successful applicant should have a personal interest in Forestry and the countryside, be motivated and keen to learn, be a team player and preferably have a driving license to enable travel to both workplace and Plumpton campus.

Hours: 39 hours per week, including hours at College (all hours are paid).

Wage: Minimum Wage upwards to be negotiated.

Application deadline: 19th June 2023

About Us:

Hole Park has been owned by the Barham family for the past four generations and is set in over 200 acres of superb classic parkland. The colourful gardens enjoy far-reaching views over the hills, woods and fields of the picturesque Kentish Weald. They are a skilful mix of formal design and more naturalised planting, giving colour throughout the seasons. The house, was largely reconstructed in 1959 and is now little more than a quarter of its previous size. It resembles the house as it used to be before additions in the Elizabethan style were built in 1830.

Responsibilities:

The role includes all aspects of forestry;

• planting
• maintenance
• pruning and felling
• firelog processing and sales
• Christmas tree and Cricket Bat Willow production
• Environmental schemes and sporting interests on the estate using a wide range of well maintained machinery
• reporting to the Foreman as part of a larger team.
• Regular block attendance (1 week per month in term) at Plumpton Campus and on site work assessment.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The apprentice will receive a Level 3 Forest Craftsperson apprentiship which will include:

• Emergency first aid at work (+Forestry specific first aid)
• Chainsaw Maintenance & Crosscutting timber using a chainsaw
• Felling and processing trees up to 380mm
• Severing Uprooted or Windblown trees using a chainsaw or L3 individual Windblown trees
• Felling and processing trees up over 380mm or Felling and processing trees up to 380mm and upto 760mm

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The forestry sector needs skilled people to join the industry. Therefore, the career progression after the apprenticeship is a promising one for those keen to stay.

Desired skills and personal qualities

• Communication skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Physical fitness
• UK Driving licence and vehicle
• GCSE or Equivalent Level 4 in Maths and English

Things to consider

• Having a car and a driving license is recommended for this job.
• Shortlisted applicants will be asked to attend an interview and a 2 day work trial.
• Assistance with or offer of on estate accommodation will be considered in appropriate circumstances if not living at home.

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £10,707.84-£21,131.76 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you hold a full UK driving license? If yes, do you have a car?

Work Location: In person