Tree Nursery Worker
Tree nursery workers grow the young trees that will eventually be planted in parks, gardens, woodlands, and new developments. They use propagation techniques such as seed sowing, cuttings, and grafting to produce healthy, high-quality trees. The role involves caring for plants, monitoring their health, protecting them from pests and diseases, and keeping accurate records. It's a brilliant job for anyone who enjoys hands-on work, plant science, and contributing to a greener future.
Tree Nursery Worker
Tree nursery workers grow the young trees that will eventually be planted in parks, gardens, woodlands, and new developments. They use propagation techniques such as seed sowing, cuttings, and grafting to produce healthy, high-quality trees. The role involves caring for plants, monitoring their health, protecting them from pests and diseases, and keeping accurate records. It's a brilliant job for anyone who enjoys hands-on work, plant science, and contributing to a greener future.
Key Skills
Strong scientific curiosity
Interest in tree biology, physiology and wider ecosystems.
Analytical/critical mindset
Trying to answer and investigate real world environmental problems, evaluating information, questioning assumptions, and assessing the reliability of evidence.
Confident IT and data skills
Using GPS devices, dataâlogging equipment, and specialist software to record findings.
Willingness to share knowledge
This could include presenting research at conferences, workshops, or community events
Qualifications
- Forestry & Arboriculture Technical Diploma
- Certificate in Practical Horticulture
- Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Forestry & Arboriculture
- Certificate in Practical Horticulture
N/A
- FdSc Arboriculture & Tree Management (Online)
- FdSc Sustainable Horticulture Management
- FdSc Horticulture & Applied Plant Science
- BSc (Hons) Arboriculture & Urban Forestry
- BSc in Horticulture
- MSc Plant Science & Biotechnology
- MSc Arboriculture & Urban Forestry