Arborist – Climbers
Location: ChristchurchContract type: PermanentWorking hours: Full timeSalary: 15.14 to 18.38 DOE and qualifications held, PLUS Enhanced Overtime and call-out rates (Base Salary equivalent)
About the role
Our client provides a range of Arboricultural Operations including tree removals, crown thinning/reductions/lifting, deadwooding and tree planting, as well as ongoing tree maintenance. An exciting opportunity has risen for an Arborist/Climber to join our Arboricultural Association Approved contracting team in Christchurch. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career and be part of a dynamic, forwarding‑thinking team. If you’re ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we want to hear from you. You will need to have a keen focus on safe working practice, care and maintenance of arboricultural plant, vehicles and equipment and a passion for high quality tree care, with a can‑do attitude.
Requirements
- Previous experience working in an Arborist position
- Awareness of safety protocols and procedures is critical to ensure the well‑being of both the surveyor and others in the vicinity of trees being assessed.
- If you hold relevant qualifications such as Level 3 Maintenance (Formerly CS 30 / CS 31), Level 3 Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue (Formerly CS 38), Level 2 Operate a Chain Saw from a Rope and Harness (Formerly CS 39), Level 3 Aerial Tree Rigging (Formerly CS 41), or the equivalent industry standard qualifications, this would be highly advantageous.
- Full UK Driving License and First Aid Certificate is essential.
- Eye for detail and willingness to learn.
Why join us?
As the UK’s leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same – and neither are our people. That’s why we’re committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
- Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in‑house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide‑ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- Annual leave: Starting on 21 days of holidays, excluding back holidays
- Family‑friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
- Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
- Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.
About our client
We are Europe’s largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we’re a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we’re more than just a company – we’re a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we’ll create a greener future for all.
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