Apprentice Arborist
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Company: University of Oxford
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Location: Oxford, OX1 3RF
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £26,686.00 per year
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Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
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Ref: NAS-2000032497
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Application Deadline Date: 08/06/2026
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Start Date: 03/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 36.5 hours per week. Monday - Friday.
Brief Description
Work across various sites and learn from experienced colleagues to carry out tree care, safely operate chainsaws/machinery, assist with aerial pruning, identify species/pests, and support tree planting & inspections through in-house & college training. Gain hands-on experience with chippers, stump grinders, and ground machinery.
Training to be Provided
Attend Berkshire College of Agriculture once per fortnight.
Spend remaining time at place of employment.
Future Prospects
Potential to be offered full-time role, upon completion.
Opportunity to complete higher level qualifications.
Vacancy Detail
- Carry out tree care and maintenance activities
- Operate chainsaws and arboricultural machinery safely and effectively
- Assist with aerial pruning and dismantling operations
- Identify tree species, pests, and diseases
- Support tree planting, establishment, and aftercare
- Undertake basic tree inspections
- Use specialist equipment, like chippers, stump grinders, and other ground-based machinery
Other Information
- Have the ability to work at height and undertake physically demanding work.
- A strong interest in trees, horticulture, plants, or the outdoor environment.