Arborist

Idverde RPO
Telford
9 months ago
Applications closed

Arborist

Location: Telford

Hourly rate: Starting from £13.50 DOE
Contract type: Permanent, Full time

Working hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:00 and Friday 08:00 to 15:30

About the role

We are looking for talented and experienced Arborists to join our busy team in Telford with the UK's leading green service provider. Whether you're an expert climber or a skilled groundsman, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team. If you're ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

  • Previous experience of 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 (Formally CS 30 / CS 31), Level 3 Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue (Formally CS 38), Level 2 Operate a Chain Saw from a Rope and Harness (Formally CS 39), Level 3 Aerial Tree Rigging (Formally CS 41) this would be highly advantageous but not essential as training can be provided.
  • Full UK Driving License
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Annual leave:From 21days holiday including bank 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.

Aboutidverde

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.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.

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