Wey & Arun Canal Trust offers apprenticeship opportunity

IN WHAT is thought to be a first for an independent canal restoration group, the Wey & Arun Canal Trust is looking to take on a Water Environment Worker apprentice.

The apprentice will be part of the team delivering the restoration of the 23-mile Wey & Arun Canal which runs from Shalford in Surrey to Pallingham in West

Sussex. They will work alongside two fulltime staff overseeing the restoration and maintenance of the historic waterway, as well as contractors and the many volunteers who make up working parties held almost every day of the week.

The trust is offering this new Level 3 (A Level) apprenticeship to someone keen to forge a career in waterway restoration and the applicant will need to enjoy working out of doors with people of all ages, be willing to learn new skills and have a clean driving licence.

Wey & Arun Canal Trust training director Margaret Darvill said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to learn skills in the maintenance, repair and management of the canal and its habitats.

“The trust is embarking on some ambitious new projects and now is an exciting time for an apprentice to join us as we step up our efforts in restoring London’s lost route to the sea.” The 18-month apprenticeship includes online and on-thejob training, as well as two weeks of training delivered by Bridgwater and Taunton College.

For full details, email support@weyandarun.co.uk