Introduction

As an Apprentice Nursery Operative, based at Whiting Landscape Limited in Bromsgrove, you'll support the day-to-day running of the nursery, gaining hands-on experience in plant production, health, preparation and maintenance while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

About the Employer

Whiting Landscape Limited, a trusted Commercial Landscaping Company, based in Catshill, Bromsgrove, is offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Horticulture Nursery Operative to join the team. Based on site with Burcot Lane Nurseries, co-located at our Wildmoor Lane Head Office, the Nursery has a strong reputation for shrub growing expertise and excellent production techniques.

What You'll Do

Assisting with propagation, potting, spacing and growing shrubs

Carrying out plant care tasks such as:

Watering and feeding
Pruning and maintenance
Monitoring plant health
Helping prepare plants for sale and dispatch
Maintaining clean and organised nursery areas
Learning to use tools and equipment safely
Supporting stock movement and general nursery operations
Following all Health & Safety and environmental standards

Training Outcome

On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you could become a Nursery Operative with potential progression to Supervisor
You could also become a Landscape Operative carrying out landscape maintenance on client sites, either locally or further afield
This could lead to the role of Foreman, then Supervisor, or even Contracts Manager

Skills Required

Team working
Initiative
Genuine interest in plants
Positive attitude
Strong work ethic
Comfortable working outdoors
Good attention to detail
Reliable & punctual

Course Information

Course: Horticulture or landscape construction operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Working onsite, your hours will be 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday, and you will attend college for one week every 2-months with both on and ‘off the job’ learning support in-between.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: WARWICKSHIRE COLLEGE

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.

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