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36 hrs per week, 52.14 weeks per year – Permanent + 7.5 shift allowance
The Tree & Woodland Operative is a member of a small specialist team responsible for carrying out a full range of tree and woodland duties resulting in a well maintained and managed tree and woodland stock for the council. The work is of a varied nature and includes climbing arboriculture work on specimen trees to work in productive forestry areas owned by the council.
A sound knowledge of current best practice in arboriculture, woodland / forestry management practices and the ability to maintain and service small plant such as chainsaws is essential.
Candidates must have the ability to drive, be personable with good oral communication skills and have a good level of fitness.
Essential
Appropriate certification to SVQ Level 2 in Arboriculture or Woodland and Forestry, Tree work or equivalent experience
Knowledge of tree species, disease and identification
A flexible approach to work
Self-motivated and enthusiastic
Ability to work on your own or as part of a small team
Good interpersonal skills and experience of working with the public
NPTC/City and Guilds certification to: -
- NPTC 201, 202 & 203 (CS30, CS31) Chainsaw Maintenance & Operations. Fell & Process Small Timber
- NPTC 206 & 306 (CS38) Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue
- NPTC 308 (CS39) Chainsaw Use from Rope & Harness. Cutting of Trees Using Free-Fall Techniques or equivalent
Working knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act and other relevant legislation and regulations relating to tree and woodland work
Forestry / Arboricultural knowledge/experience
An aptitude and ability to learn and practice new skills
Computer / tech literate
Full UK driving licence appropriate to the section covered
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36 hrs per week, 52.14 weeks per year – Permanent + 7.5 shift allowance
The Tree & Woodland Operative is a member of a small specialist team responsible for carrying out a full range of tree and woodland duties resulting in a well maintained and managed tree and woodland stock for the council. The work is of a varied nature and includes climbing arboriculture work on specimen trees to work in productive forestry areas owned by the council.
A sound knowledge of current best practice in arboriculture, woodland / forestry management practices and the ability to maintain and service small plant such as chainsaws is essential.
Candidates must have the ability to drive, be personable with good oral communication skills and have a good level of fitness.
Essential
Appropriate certification to SVQ Level 2 in Arboriculture or Woodland and Forestry, Tree work or equivalent experience
Knowledge of tree species, disease and identification
A flexible approach to work
Self-motivated and enthusiastic
Ability to work on your own or as part of a small team
Good interpersonal skills and experience of working with the public
NPTC/City and Guilds certification to: –
- NPTC 201, 202 & 203 (CS30, CS31) Chainsaw Maintenance & Operations. Fell & Process Small Timber
- NPTC 206 & 306 (CS38) Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue
- NPTC 308 (CS39) Chainsaw Use from Rope & Harness. Cutting of Trees Using Free-Fall Techniques or equivalent
Working knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act and other relevant legislation and regulations relating to tree and woodland work
Forestry / Arboricultural knowledge/experience
An aptitude and ability to learn and practice new skills
Computer / tech literate
Full UK driving licence appropriate to the section covered
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