Arborist

Woking
11 months ago
Applications closed

Qualified Arborists - Surrey
Salary: £28,500 - £40,000 OTE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for qualified Arborists to join a well-established company providing arboricultural services across Surrey and the surrounding areas. We are looking for skilled professionals to become part of a dynamic team, delivering high-quality tree care for a range of clients, including local authorities, housing associations, and commercial businesses.

The Role:

As an Arborist, you will be responsible for undertaking a variety of tree-related tasks, including pruning, dismantling, felling, and general tree maintenance. You will work alongside a dedicated team using industry-leading equipment such as timberwolf chippers, Husqvarna and Stihl handheld tools (including battery equivalents), Mobile Elevated Platforms, and specialist arb vehicles.

This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, with regular paid overtime opportunities available.

What We Offer:

Permanent contract with long-term career development opportunities
Competitive salary with excellent overtime earning potential
Ongoing training and refresher courses
Generous annual leave (up to 22 days)
Free gym membership for you and a nominated person
Employee health cash plan
Employee discount portal (travel, shopping, leisure, and more)
Cycle to Work scheme
Pension scheme and company sick pay
High-quality PPE and uniform providedAbout You:

We are looking for enthusiastic and proactive individuals with a passion for arboriculture. The ideal candidate will have:

A strong team-working ethic and a commitment to high standards
Proven experience in all aspects of tree work (both ground and aerial)
A positive attitude towards Health & Safety regulations
Relevant industry qualifications, such as:
NPTC certificates: 201 (CS30), 202 (CS31), 206/306 (CS38), 308 (CS39)
A valid CSCS card (desirable)
A full UK driving licence (preferably with trailer towing up to 3,500kg)This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive and professional environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your arboriculture career, we'd love to hear from you!

Please call us on (phone number removed) or Send your application to apply

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