Trainee Arborist / Grounds Person

Arboriculture Trainee Grounds Person

Start Your Career in Arboriculture

L&G Rail Ltd is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our growing team as a Trainee Grounds Person. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with no previous arboricultural qualifications to begin a long-term career within the industry.

We are offering a structured 12-month development programme that will provide the training, experience and support needed to become a competent and qualified Grounds Person working within the Rail and Vegetation Management sector.

If you enjoy working outdoors, are prepared to work hard, and want to develop valuable skills and recognised qualifications, we would like to hear from you.

What We Will Provide:

During your first 12 months, you will work alongside experienced Arborists and Vegetation Management teams while completing a structured training programme.

This programme will include:

• Rail/Utility certifications
• Chainsaw maintenance and cross-cutting qualifications
• Felling and processing small trees qualifications
• Woodchipper operator certification
• Manual handling training
• First Aid training
• Ongoing mentoring and practical experience

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be a fully trained and competent Grounds Person with recognised industry qualifications.

What We're Looking For:

No previous arboricultural experience is required. We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work safely as part of a team
• A desire to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Commitment to developing a long-term career within arboriculture

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to lodge away from home when required
• Availability for day shifts, night shifts and weekend working
• Physically fit and capable of undertaking manual outdoor work

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting qualified Arborists and Vegetation Management teams
• Assisting with vegetation clearance and site maintenance activities
• Operating equipment and machinery once trained
• Maintaining a safe and tidy worksite
• Working on rail and infrastructure projects across the UK
• Developing your practical skills through hands-on experience

Why Join L&G Rail?

At L&G Rail, we believe in developing people, not just recruiting them.

This role has been specifically designed for someone who wants to start a career in arboriculture but may not yet have the qualifications or experience to get their foot in the door. We will provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you succeed.

If you've got the right attitude, we'll help you build the skills!!!

Pay: £26,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person