Arborist

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team at the UK's oldest botanic garden. This role involves maintaining and developing the plant collection, ensuring high arboricultural standards, and engaging in educational activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in arboriculture, with relevant qualifications and practical experience. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values employee wellbeing, offering excellent benefits including a contributory pension scheme and generous annual leave. If you are passionate about plant care and education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

38 days of annual leave

Childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Season Ticket loans

Qualifications

• Proven practical industry experience in arboriculture.
• Strong knowledge of woody plants and effective teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the plant collection at the arboretum.
• Contribute to educational activities and supervise trainees.

Skills

Arboriculture

Teamwork

Knowledge of woody plants

Education

N.D. in Arboriculture

N.V.Q. in Arboriculture

N.C.H. in Arboriculture

Tools

NPTC qualifications CS30.1

NPTC qualifications CS30.2

NPTC qualifications CS31

NPTC qualifications CS38

NPTC qualifications CS39

Job description

About the role

Oxford Botanic Garden, the UK’s oldest botanic garden, is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team. You will be responsible for maintaining and developing the plant collection at the arboretum, working closely with the Curator and Senior Arborist to uphold high arboricultural standards. Additionally, you will contribute to educational activities, including event delivery and supervising trainees and volunteers.

About You

We are looking for someone enthusiastic about arboretum maintenance and development. You should have an N.D., N.V.Q., or N.C.H. in Arboriculture or a related field, with proven practical industry experience. Strong knowledge of woody plants and the ability to work effectively in a small team are essential. Relevant NPTC qualifications such as CS30.1, CS30.2, CS31, CS38, and CS39 are required.

What We Offer

We value our employees’ wellbeing and offer benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days of annual leave
• Range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket loans

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