Arborist Team Leader – London

HI-LINE CONTRACTORS SW LTD; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking arboricultural company as an Arborist Team Leader, where your leadership and climbing skills will drive a dedicated team in delivering high-quality tree management services. With a commitment to safety and excellence, you will supervise a small team, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards while motivating them to perform at their best. This role offers competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and opportunities for professional development. Be part of an innovative team that values your contributions and fosters a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Monthly Bonus Scheme

Full PPE and Climbing Kit

Holiday and Sickness Entitlement

Weekend Overtime Opportunities

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Private Health Care

Discounted Gym Membership

Access to Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• 2 years' climbing experience and qualified up to UA2.3.
• At least 2 years' leadership experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team ensuring safe and efficient tree cutting.
• Conduct risk assessments and adhere to health and safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Climbing Experience

Health and Safety Knowledge

Tree Cutting Techniques

Education

City & Guilds NPTC Level 2, Chainsaw Maintenance

City & Guilds NPTC Level 2, Felling and Processing Trees

Basic Arboriculture Qualification

Tools

Chainsaw

Climbing Kit

PPE

Job description

Full time (40 hours), Monday – Friday (8-hour shifts)

About Us

We are one of the UK’s leading arboricultural companies. Established in 1998 as a family business, we are now part of the RSK Group. Hi-Line employs over 200 staff, providing professional, safe, and cost-effective arboriculture, consultancy, training, and related services.

Our core values focus on our people, community, and environment. Our client base includes utility providers, commercial, public-sector organizations, and private individuals, with many clients being with us for over 15 years.

We are committed to providing career growth opportunities and look forward to welcoming new team members.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. RSK offers multidisciplinary environmental, engineering, and technical services to various sectors, aiming to address global challenges and promote sustainability.

Founded in 1989, RSK has grown to over 120 businesses with more than 7,000 employees worldwide. We value our talented workforce and strive to maintain a people-centric culture, fostering professional development and entrepreneurial spirit.

About the job

We seek an experienced Arborist Team Leader to supervise a small tree cutting team, ensuring work safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have climbing experience, leadership skills, and pride in their work. We offer excellent benefits, including a bonus scheme, training, and career progression.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading your team and clarifying expectations
• Ensuring health and safety standards and risk assessments are followed
• Motivating and coaching team members
• Demonstrating knowledge of tree-cutting equipment, techniques, and safety standards

Benefits include:

We offer a competitive package based on experience and qualifications, including:

• Monthly bonus scheme
• Full PPE and climbing kit
• Holiday and sickness entitlement
• Weekend overtime at increased rates
• A friendly, dynamic team environment
• Recognition and career development opportunities
• Annual CPD

Additional Benefits:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Private healthcare and gym discounts
• Training and career development
• Mental health support and financial advice

Candidate requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ climbing experience, qualified up to UA2.3
• At least 2 years’ leadership experience
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 in Tree Climbing and Rescue
• City & Guilds NPTC Level 3 in Aerial Cutting with a Chainsaw using Free-fall Techniques
• Relevant arboriculture qualification or proven work skills
• Availability for emergency out-of-hours work