Sustain Landscapes Ltd currently have a vacancy for an Apprentice Landscape Operative. The selected candidate will work on landscape construction contracts and grounds maintenance contracts across the North East region and will receive the required training to fulfil their position and progress in their career.
Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-2 or A*-E) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-2 or A*-E) Essential
Sustain Landscapes Limited is an expanding and forward-thinking company and has a policy of promoting from within. Training and career progression could be available to the successful candidate.
One progression pathway could be undertaking the Horticulture Supervisor Level 3 Apprenticeship.
You will be working outside in all weathers, hot, cold, wet, dry, etc. No previous experience required as all training will take place during the programme however, you must be physically fit, able to bend, lift and use various tools and equipment. Must have a “can-do” attitude to work.
Destination data for Sunderland College 2019/20, Apprentice completers.
96% of our apprentices agree that they have the chance to develop new skills at their workplace*.
(*On-programme Survey 2018, apprentices)
97% of our apprentices agree that their course is helping their skills to get better.*
(*On-programme Survey 2018, apprentices)
The college works in partnership with over 600 employers.
We have over 40 Apprenticeship programmes across a range of career sectors.
Earn while you learn. What's not to like about earning money while learning on-the-job, and getting relevant qualifications all at the same time.
Wide choice of careers. We are one of the biggest apprenticeship providers in the region and offer over 40 apprenticeship programmes in lots of career sectors.
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