Arborist

Lanes Group Plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Group Plc is seeking an experienced Tree Climber/Arborist to carry out climbing, aerial cutting and tree dismantling along rail lines. The role includes vegetation clearance and maintenance of railway lines, operating MEWP and conducting risk assessments in TfL environments.

Essential qualifications include NPTC/LANTRA CS30-39 and PTS/Sentinel; a full UK driving licence is preferred. Additional training will be provided for further qualifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tree Climber/Arborist, ideally in rail.
• NPTC/LANTRA qualifications including CS30/201, CS31/202, CS38/206 & 306, CS39/308.
• PTS (Personal Track Safety) / Sentinel card is essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence with 0–6 points.

Responsibilities

• Carry out climbing, aerial cutting, rigging, and tree dismantling in line with rail standards.
• Deliver vegetation clearance, tree felling, and maintenance along the railway.
• Work safely within the TfL environment, following all Rule Book and Sentinel requirements.
• Operate and maintain climbing and chainsaw equipment to legal and rail standards.
• Complete daily risk assessments, inspections, and safety briefings.
• Support ground operations, including rope work and timber processing.
• Work flexibly, including nights, weekends, and during rail possessions.

Skills

Tree Climber/Arborist

Rail industry experience

Health & Safety knowledge

Tools

CS30/201 Chainsaw maintenance & cross cutting

CS31/202 Felling small trees

CS38/206 & 306 Aerial tree rescue

CS39/308 Aerial cutting with a chainsaw free-fall

PTS/Sentinel card

Full UK Driving Licence (≤6 points)

MEWP (IPAF)

Woodchipper

Brush cutter/strimmer

First Aid +F (Forestry)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out climbing, aerial cutting, rigging, and tree dismantling in line with rail standards.
• Deliver vegetation clearance, tree felling, and maintenance along the railway.
• Work safely within the TfL environment, following all Rule Book and Sentinel requirements.
• Operate and maintain climbing and chainsaw equipment to legal and rail standards.
• Complete daily risk assessments, inspections, and safety briefings.
• Support ground operations, including rope work and timber processing.
• Work flexibly, including nights, weekends, and during rail possessions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tree Climber/Arborist, ideally within the rail industry.
• NPTC/LANTRA qualifications, including:
  • Chainsaw maintenance & cross cutting (CS30/201)
  • Felling small trees (CS31/202)
  • Aerial tree rescue (CS38/206 & 306)
  • Aerial cutting with a chainsaw using free-fall techniques (CS39/308)
• PTS (Personal Track Safety) / Sentinel card - essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and environmental legislation.
• Additional qualifications desirable - if you don't currently possess these qualifications, we will provide the training.
• MEWP (IPAF)
• Woodchipper
• Brush cutter/strimmer
• First Aid +F (Forestry)