What you’ll do at work

Our Arboriculture team is involved in the survey of trees and planning their integration in a variety of new projects, ensuring their viability, health and sustainability for the future. We work on a diverse range of projects, from urban tree assessment and management to forestry assessments, providing valuable contributions to a variety of sustainability projects, environmental conservation and public well-being.

As an Apprentice in our team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist in conducting tree surveys and assessments, helping to identify and catalogue tree species, health conditions, and potential risks.
• Support the preparation of reports and recommendations for the integration of trees in new development design projects, learn and contribute to the role of the Arboriculturist in tree management, collaborate with senior consultants to develop effective strategies to retain trees or mitigate their removal.
• Take part in regular team training and collaborative days with other consultants in the industry.

Where you’ll work

Wsp House

70 Chancery Lane

London

WC2A 1AF

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

PLUMPTON COLLEGE

Your training course

Arboriculturist (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Your training plan

• You will attend College to study a Higher Apprenticeship in Arboriculture and gain a Level 4 qualification, as well as completing your End-Point Assessment.
• You will be enrolled onto a bespoke internal development programme to help you to attain the knowledge, skills and behaviours to successfully achieve your apprenticeship, and support your career in Fire Safety Engineering
• You will have the support of your team, line manager, mentor and buddy as well as a dedicated early careers team

Requirements

Essential qualifications

Other in:

• Arboriculturist (grade Merit or above)
• Arboriculturist (grade Distinction)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working

Other requirements

Candidates must complete the application form in full, answering all specified questions. This is mandatory for all candidates inclusive of their background. Those who pass this initial stage are required to complete an online behavioural assessment. The application form and the behavioural assessment are essential parts of our recruitment process.

About this company

As one of the world’s leading engineering consultancy firms, at WSP we’re passionate about the big questions, and big answers, naturally. For us that’s all about reaching beyond the expected to do work that’ll make a profound impact felt long into the future. We engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. We’ve been involved in many high-profile projects like The Shard, Crossrail, M1 Smart Motorway and the London Olympic & Paralympic Route Network.

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Company benefits

2 paid days a year for volunteering, cheaper gym memberships, discounts with selected high street retailers, 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), WSP’s Cycle to Work Scheme, reduced rates on gadget insurance and other benefits.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

• You will gain a Level 4 Arboriculturist qualification as well as completing your End Point Assessment.
• As this is a permanent position, after gaining your degree, WSP will continue to be committed to your learning and development throughout your career with us.
• You will have the opportunity to continue professional development and work towards gaining Chartered Status or equivalent with your chosen institution, as well as the opportunity to pursue your further study and training goals.