Woodland Apprentice
National Park Offices, Penrhyndeudraeth (with travel to other sites)

About Us

Eryri National Park Authority protects the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of Eryri National Park. Covering 823 square miles, the Park is home to the highest mountain in Wales, the largest natural lake in Wales, and over 26,000 people.

We are now looking for a Woodland Apprentice to join us on a full-time basis, working 37 hours per week, for a 12 month fixed-term contract.

Welsh language skills are essential for this role. Please read the job description for the exact level required.

The Benefits

- Competitive salary
- The potential for hybrid working
- Pension scheme
- 360 Wellbeing App, including GP access, mental health support, and fitness resources
- Discounts and financial support programs
- The chance to work in an area of outstanding natural beauty

The Role

As a Woodland Apprentice, you will gain practical experience while supporting woodland conservation and management projects across Eryri National Park.

Working alongside the Conservation, Woodlands and Agriculture team, you will assist with a wide range of forestry and habitat management activities, including woodland maintenance, tree nursery management, planting and vegetation management.

You will also help deliver projects that protect and enhance the National Park’s landscapes while developing the skills and experience needed for a career in the sector.

Additionally, you will:

- Help establish and protect woodland, hedgerows and farmland vegetation
- Carry out invasive species control and habitat management
- Construct, maintain and repair fencing, hedging and walling
- Manage vegetation through coppicing, cutting, felling, spraying and thinning
- Help maintain equipment and vehicles
- Assist with tree safety inspections and related work

About You

To be considered as a Woodland Apprentice, you will need:

- The ability to communicate in Welsh and English
- To be an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, willing to learn
- Good communication and people management skills
- The ability to work individually and as part of a team
- An awareness of National Park purposes
- At a minimum, pass grades (G) in GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
- A full, valid driving licence

Please note, this role will involve working outdoors in extreme weather and ground conditions.

The closing date for this role is 3rd August 2026.

Other organisations may call this role Conservation Apprentice, Environmental Apprentice, Woodland Conservation Trainee, Forestry and Land Management Apprentice, Conservation Ranger Trainee, Countryside and Woodland Apprentice, or Environmental Land Management Apprentice.

So, if you’re looking for a great opportunity to start your career as a Woodland Apprentice, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.