Arborist

Manchester Arndale; Farnham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is hiring for an arboriculture/climber role to support a major national utility vegetation management contract. You will join a small team and contribute to safe, compliant operations while focusing on customer satisfaction.

We require an Arb or Forestry qualification and proven climbing competence; training is provided. This on-site role offers a structured schedule with potential flexibility based on role needs.

Qualifications

• Must have an Arb or Forestry qualification.
• Experience in arboriculture or forestry, preferably utility arb or land-based industry.
• Trained and competent climber.
• Comfortable working in a small team, self-motivated with time management and a professional safety approach.

Responsibilities

• Work on a long-standing major national utility vegetation management contract.
• Maintain focus on customer satisfaction, safety, and compliance with laws and regulations, promoting safe working practices.

Skills

Arboriculture experience

Climber competence

Self-motivated

Education

ARB/Forestry qualification

Job description

About The Role:

Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, 1 hour unpaid lunch break. Team member may be expected to flexible on the hours based on the requirements of the role, but overall, 40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable person to join our team to work on this long standing and well established major national utility vegetation management contract.
• Have a firm focus on customer satisfaction, safety, compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and the promotion of safe working practices.

Key Hiring Criteria

• Will have an Arb or Forestry qualification.
• Will have previous experience in arboriculture or forestry, preferably utility arb or land-based industry.
• Will be a trained and competent climber.
• Be competent and confident in your role although high quality training is provided for the right person.
• Be comfortable working in a small team, you will need to be a problem solver, self-motivated and able to manage your time effectively, efficiently and have a professional and safe approach to work.

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.

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Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.