Apprenticeships
As part of our commitment to nurturing the workforce of the future, the Broads Authority runs an annual apprenticeship scheme.
We run our scheme in partnership with Suffolk New College which aims to train young people in practical environment and conservation skills.
Our apprentices gain a number of new skills, from operating a chainsaw and clearing scrub to using pesticides and getting onto the water with our Construction and Maintenance Team. We have also previously trained Ranger apprentices, giving them experience within our Ranger team to develop skills to manage the Broads waterways.
Current apprenticeship vacancies
Practical Environmental & Conservation Apprentice (3 positions available)
We have three exciting vacancies for Practical Environmental & Conservation Apprentice to join our Operations Directorate.
Apprentices will assist in the carrying out of construction and practical maintenance projects which help maintain and enhance the Broads, rivers and waterways. You will utilise skills and develop knowledge to assist in providing sustainable countryside & waterway projects working on a variety of sites and locations that make up the Broads National Park.
Training given includes Driver awareness training, RYA Powerboat Level 2, Brushcutter certification, Chainsaw certification, PA1 & PA6AW (Safe use of pesticides) and Emergency First Aid.
Deadline for applications: 5pm on Sunday 7 July 2024
Expected duration of apprenticeship: 15 months
Job description: Practical Environmental & Conservation Apprentice Job Description (PDF)
To apply: Practical Environmental & Conservation Apprentice Application Link
Shortlisted applicants will be invited by email to attend an on-site Taster Day on Wednesday 17 July 2024. Those who are successful on this day will then be invited by email to attend an interview on Tuesday 23 July 2024 at the Dockyard, Griffin Lane, Norwich NR7 0SL.
The applicants appointed for the apprenticeship will start on Monday 16 September 2024. Applicants must ensure they are available to attend on these dates, as alternative dates cannot be arranged.
Ranger Apprentice (1 position available)
We have a fantastic opportunity for an apprentice to begin a career as a Broads Authority Ranger, helping to look after the waterways and landscapes of the Broads National Park.
The Ranger Apprentice will assist in the carrying out of patrolling, construction and practical maintenance projects which help maintain and enhance the Broads, rivers and waterways. You will utilise skills and develop knowledge to assist in providing sustainable countryside & waterway projects working on a variety of sites and locations that make up the Broads National Park.
Training given includes Driver awareness training, RYA Powerboat Level 2, Brushcutter certification, Chainsaw certification, PA1 & PA6AW (Safe use of pesticides) and Emergency First Aid.
Deadline for applications: 5pm on Sunday 7 July 2024
Expected duration of apprenticeship: 15 months
Job description: Ranger Apprentice Job Description (PDF)
To apply: Ranger Apprentice Application Link
Shortlisted applicants will be invited by email to attend an on-site Taster Day on Wednesday 17 July 2024. Those who are successful on this day will then be invited by email to attend an interview on Tuesday 23 July 2024 at the Dockyard, Griffin Lane, Norwich NR7 0SL.
The applicants appointed for the apprenticeship will start on Monday 16 September 2024. Applicants must ensure they are available to attend on these dates, as alternative dates cannot be arranged.