We are looking for a skilled and motivated Arborist to join our dedicated and loyal team as we continue to grow.
With over 35 years of industry excellence, we have built a reputation for high-quality workmanship, professionalism and safe working practices. Your work will be varied, interesting and technically challenging, and you will be part of a well-established team that understands how a professional Arboricultural team works efficiently and safely together.
You will play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of our tree operations, including:
- Carrying out tree maintenance including pruning, trimming and shaping
- Operating chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders and associated tree care equipment
- Planning and delivering work safely and efficiently with the team
- Problem solving on site and adapting to changing site conditions
- Reporting directly to management
- General maintenance of equipment, vehicles and work areas
Qualities
- Previous professional experience in arboriculture
- Confident use of hand tools and power tools for tree work
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Polite, respectful and professional when working on client sites
- A reliable, committed and proactive team player
- Excellent health and safety awareness
- A forward-thinking approach with the ability to use your own initiative when required
- Practical mindset, good mechanical awareness and the ability to maintain tools and equipment is essential.
What we are looking for:
- Relevant NPTC or LANTRA qualifications (CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39 as a minimum)
- Aerial pruning experience
- Strong knowledge of tree species, diseases and safe working practices
- Full clean UK driving licence (preferably with towing capability)
- Proven ability to work independently and within a team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to health and safety
- Have a good understanding of risk assessments/COSHH etc.
- Must be competent in climbing/reductions/dismantling/Rigging
Desirable:
- First Aid certification
- CSCS Card
- IPAF Card
- Experience driving trucks and towing trailers
What’s in it for you?
- A competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience
- Pay and performance reviews
- Ongoing training, learning and personal development
- Clear opportunities to progress within our expanding team
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company contribution pension scheme
- All PPE, equipment and uniform provided
If you are an experienced Arborist who takes pride in high standards and are someone wants to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bury St. Edmunds IP30 9QS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- What Arboricultural tickets do you currently hold?
Experience:
- Arboricultural: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
