Arborist Apprentice

R J Tree Services · Surbiton · posted 17 June 2026

Wage

£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year

Hours

40 hours a week

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Level

Intermediate (Level 2)

Standard

Arborist (level 2)

Starts

1 September 2026

Closing date

20 August 2026

Positions

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

Morning yard duties in preparing vehicles with equipment
Working with the manager and team leader to ensure a safe and efficient working environment
Assisting with customer enquiries on jobs
Preparing chainsaws etc for use by climbers
Working as a team in processing timber/foliage
Willingness to take responsibilities

We encourage progression through the company via courses and in service training
We take on many Merrist Wood students full time upon course completion.
As an example, the current works manager joined us as a trainee ground worker aged 17 and progressed to the top position

We have been in business since 2002 covering tree work in the SW London area.

We are focussed on private works inc tree work with TPO and Conservation Area status.

The team has 2 transit tippers with towed chipper units and an extensive range of Stihl power tools

An ability to work in varied weather conditions through the year, a good degree of physical fitness and good teamwork/communication skills.

Communication skillsOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingInitiativePhysical fitness