Arborist

COOMBES Group

Petersfield

10 months ago

Applications closed

As ourArborist, you will be responsible for the safe removal and lineside clearance of vegetation and trees, supporting the transformation and maintenance of the UK’s railway structure. ‍ We have seen recent significant growth as a Principal Contractor and Framework Contractor to Network Rail.

As our Arborist, you will be responsible for:

· Completing all works to high and safe standards, adhering to internal procedures and industry standards

· Operating and maintaining all plant, tools and equipment necessary to complete work, ensuring a high standard of equipment care

· Climbing on a regular basis providing aerial rescue support to the rest of the team

· Working in line with risk assessments, task briefings and safe systems of work

· Removing hazardous trees, planting vegetation and trees, and assisting with light fencing repairs

· Responding sensitively and appropriately to queries from lineside residents, escalating as required

To be successful as our Arborist, we would ideally like you to have the following skills/experience:

· Recent experience as an operative, within vegetation/a railway environment

· PTS (Personal Track Safety)

· Aerial Rescue

· CS30, CS31, CS32 Chainsaw

· Use of Brush cutter, Strimmer and/or Chipper

What else are we looking for?

· You will be confident working with various tools and possess a good working knowledge of health and safety practices

· You will take pride in your work, completing tasks to a high standard – self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

· A natural ability to build good working relationships with clients and colleagues

· Methodical approach to problem-solving with excellent attention to detail

This role can be physically demanding, and some tasks will be at heights. You will be required to work outside from time to time, so you must be happy to work in all that the British weather has to offer.

What can you expect from us?

· Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)

· Company vehicle & fuel card

· Annual bonus (based on company performance)

· Company pension scheme

· Employee Assistance Programme – to support mental/physical health and provide legal/financial advice if required

· Access to online GP service for you/your family 24/7

· Rewards & discounts for retail/leisure & more

· Regular social events like our Summer Family Day & The COOMBESmas (Christmas) party

· Length of service awards to celebrate significant milestones

· Opportunities to support COOMBES Social Value objectives (community volunteering/fundraising, etc.)

COOMBES UKare a leading Arboricultural and Forestry Contractor, with over 20 years’ experience and expertise in the Forestry sector. We have forged a strong industry reputation, and we believe we have an unrivalled skill set and peerless knowledge of Forestry work at all levels.

COOMBES play a key role within the Rail industry, providing a whole manner of off-track solutions, and minor civils works, in partnership with Network Rail and other major contractors.

Following recent, significant growth, we currently have some exciting projects underway in woodland management, timber harvesting, rail and civils works across the UK. We have a strong record of achievement and are committed to meeting the growing demands for safe and efficient delivery.

A family-run SME, we believe in working collaboratively and operating as one team. Our success is only achieved through the hard work, dedication and skill of our people. Operating with transparency and integrity in all that we do, we take responsibility for our actions, empowering and supporting each other to be the best, most authentic version of ourselves consistently.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities, whilst ensuring that all employees and applicants are treated fairly and with respect.

Even if you don't meet all the qualifications or have all the experience listed, we still encourage you to apply. You may just be the ideal candidate for this role, or suitable for future vacancies. We are always keen to speak with talented individuals with an interest in joining us here at COOMBES and look forward to hearing from you soon.

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