Level 6 Forester Apprentice - Woodland Management

United Utilities; Keswick; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the United Kingdom is offering an apprenticeship for a Woodland Officer. This exciting role involves managing woodland, enhancing water quality, and working on environmental projects. Apprentices will receive extensive training and a generous salary of £21,000, plus additional benefits including 26 days of leave and support for learning to drive. Successful candidates will gain a Level 6 Professional Forester qualification and secure a permanent position upon completion.

Benefits

Generous salary

26 days leave

£500 contribution towards learning to drive

Permanent position guarantee upon completion

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent, grades A-C or grades 9-4, which must include Maths, English and a Science or Technology subject.
• Plus A levels or equivalent qualifications totaling a minimum of 96 UCAS points.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Enthusiasm to gain hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve the company's trees and woodland.
• Develop and implement forest management and design plans.
• Prepare for and manage the FSC audit process.
• Assess land for new woodland creation opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Education

5 GCSEs (including Maths, English, Science or Technology)

A levels (minimum 96 UCAS points)

Tools

GIS and mapping software

Job description

A leading water utility company in the United Kingdom is offering an apprenticeship for a Woodland Officer. This exciting role involves managing woodland, enhancing water quality, and working on environmental projects. Apprentices will receive extensive training and a generous salary of £21,000, plus additional benefits including 26 days of leave and support for learning to drive. Successful candidates will gain a Level 6 Professional Forester qualification and secure a permanent position upon completion.