Arborists

JR United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in Telford as an Arborist with a leading green service provider. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate starting from £13.00, along with various benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

21 days holiday including bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Employee Assistance Programmes

Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships

Financial wellbeing support

Recognition schemes

Volunteering policy

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Arborist position required.
• Full UK Driving License is essential.

Responsibilities

• Join a busy team as an Arborist with a leading green service provider.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during tree assessments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 3 Maintenance

Level 3 Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue

Level 2 Operate a Chain Saw from a Rope and Harness

Level 3 Aerial Tree Rigging

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Hourly rate: Starting from £13.00 DOE
Contract type: Permanent, Full time

Working hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:00 and Friday 08:00 to 15:30

About the role

We are looking for talented and experienced Arborists to join our busy team in Telford with the UK's leading green service provider. Whether you're an expert climber or a skilled groundsman, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team. If you're ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• Previous experience of working in an Arborist position.
• Awareness of safety protocols and procedures is critical to ensure the well-being of both the surveyor and others in the vicinity of trees being assessed.
• If you hold relevant qualifications such as Level 3 Maintenance (formerly CS 30 / CS 31), Level 3 Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue (formerly CS 38), Level 2 Operate a Chain Saw from a Rope and Harness (formerly CS 39), Level 3 Aerial Tree Rigging (formerly CS 41), this would be highly advantageous but not essential as training can be provided.
• Full UK Driving License is essential.
• Eye for detail and willingness to learn.

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Benefits

• Annual leave: From 21 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
• Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation. In the UK alone, we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.