Arborist

Maydencroft; Windsor; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Maydencroft is seeking a dedicated Arborist for a full-time, on-site role in Windsor. You will inspect and identify trees, prune, fell when required, and apply arboricultural techniques to maintain health and safety across diverse rural and urban sites.

You will operate chainsaws and related equipment, support habitat projects, maintain site records, and work with colleagues and clients to deliver high-quality tree works while complying with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of arboriculture with practical tree/woodland experience.
• Ability to identify tree species and assess health using diagnostic methods.
• Credentials such as Certified Arborist are highly desirable.
• Experience in forestry operations and safe use of chainsaws and climbing gear.
• Understanding of health and safety standards, including working at height.

Responsibilities

• Care, maintenance and management of trees across landscapes.
• Inspect, identify, prune, and fell trees as required; apply arboricultural techniques.
• Operate chainsaws and equipment; support planting and habitat projects.
• Complete site records and reports; ensure health and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to deliver high-quality tree works.

Skills

Arboriculture

Tree health assessment

Tree identification

Safety at height

Chainsaw operation

Teamwork

Driving license

Education

Certified Arborist status or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Maydencroft is a specialist environmental services company focused on creating, restoring, and maintaining landscapes where people and nature can thrive. Since 2007, the company has grown into a market leader, delivering projects across commercial, private, public, utility, and charity sectors. Teams work on a wide range of environments, including forestry, farmland, rivers, wetlands, nature reserves, and urban green spaces, from historic landscapes to new developments. Maydencroft is driven by collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and use of modern technology, while maintaining a family-spirited culture centered on quality, performance, and excellent customer service.

Role Description

The Arborist is a full-time, on-site role based in Windsor, responsible for the care, maintenance, and management of trees across a variety of landscapes. Day-to-day tasks include tree inspection and identification, pruning, felling, crown reduction, and implementing appropriate arboricultural techniques to ensure tree health and safety. The role involves operating and maintaining chainsaws and other equipment, supporting planting and habitat enhancement projects, and working within safety and environmental regulations. The Arborist will collaborate with colleagues and clients, complete accurate site records and reports, and contribute to high-quality delivery of both rural and urban tree works.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of arboriculture, including practical experience working with trees and woodland environments.
• Ability to identify tree species and assess tree health using Tree Identification skills and related diagnostic techniques.
• Professional credentials such as Certified Arborist status or equivalent arboricultural qualification are highly desirable.
• Experience in Forestry operations, including safe use of chainsaws, climbing equipment, and other tools used in tree management.
• Understanding of relevant health and safety standards, including working at height and safe worksite practices.
• Good physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to follow instructions and collaborate on site-based projects.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally between sites as required.