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Horticulture and Landscape Operative Apprenticeship

Sound Site Services LTD · Lostwithiel · posted 12 October 2026

Wage
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Horticulture or landscape construction operative (level 2)
Starts
4 January 2027
Closing date
27 November 2026
Positions
1

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

Working in a small team you will be caring for the grounds maintenance on our clients premises. You will move from site to site during the day in a company vehicle.

This includes:

  • Grass cutting via a pedestrian or a ride on lawnmower
  • Strimming
  • Weed control
  • Hedge cutting
  • Litter picking
  • Working safely following the Site Risk Assessment and Method Statement

Full training and supervision will be given for the job role and for the use and care of the machines.

Where it leads

There are opportunities for a full time position after completion of the Apprenticeship Programme and then possible progression opportunities to a Team Leader Position in the future.

About Sound Site Services LTD

Since 2012 Sound Site Services have provided high-quality grounds maintenance, landscaping, groundworks and construction services to both domestic and commercial clients. We are a proud member of the Safe Contractors Scheme and are Sustainably Verified by them. Our Commercial Grounds Maintenance teams provide professional grounds maintenance services across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset.   

 

Things to consider

Reliable travel arrangements to the site and to college do need to be considered.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingInitiativeProblem solving

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade D/C) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade D/3) — essential

Where you'll work

  • The Stables, Victoria, Lostwithiel, PA22 0AX

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