Carrying out most aspects of soft and hard landscaping mostly in St Albans and Harpenden and the surrounding areas to include:
- Reporting to Landscape Foreman on time in correct safety wear/clothing
- Learning how to read plans and scale drawings
- Keeping the workplace tidy and understanding risk assessments and health and safety
- Setting up datum levels/finish heights with a laser level
- Excavation of sites and preparation for paving
Installing all different types of:
- Paving and resin bound gravel
- Decking
- Fencing and fence painting
- Pergola construction
- Preparation of areas for seed, turf and planting
- Tree Planting
You may also carry out grounds/garden maintenance including mowing, strimming, planting and weeding along with assisting in the maintenance of the tools and equipment.
Desired skills
- Any previous horticulture/gardening experience is beneficial but not a requirement
- Able to work well with others
Personal qualities
- Honesty
- Trustworthy
- Hardworking
- Energetic and a team player
- An interest in gardening and landscaping and working outdoors is essential
- Willing to learn and listen to advice
Desired qualifications
- Non necessary but GSCE (or equivalent) maths and English desirable
- Candidates must not already hold a level 2 or above in horticulture
Future prospects
- Foreman running their own team and project
Things to consider
- Landesigns clothing provided along with Safety Boots and all PPE
- Holiday Pay 28 days including Bank Holiday
- Starting salary is £5/hr but could consider £6+/hr for an experienced candidate
- Company pension scheme at the relevant stages
- KEITS reserves the right to close this vacancy early if the need arises
- The apprentice will be working to build a portfolio of evidence and will be required to pass a knowledge test and an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete the apprenticeship
