Field Utility Arborist – Power Network Vegetation

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Sheet; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Wellbeing benefits (GP & 24/7 support)

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements: maternity/adp., p

Job summary

SSE is seeking a dedicated Utility Arborist to join our busy field team. You will manage trees and vegetation near our distribution network, ensuring safe, on-schedule work while following the highest safety standards.

Role is mobile and predominantly field-based with travel required; a current driving licence is essential. Base location must be within 30 minutes of the listed depot, and full PPE and tools are provided. SSE offers a range of flexible benefits and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Current driving licence is essential.
• Mobile, field-based role requiring base location within 30 minutes of depot.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree-cutting operations near the distribution network.
• Assess sites, plan work activities and carry out vegetation management.
• Work across various environments and voltage levels, following safety standards.
• Travel to sites with a valid driving licence and within allocated geography.

Skills

Tree cutting

Vegetation management

Job description

SSE is seeking a dedicated Utility Arborist to join our busy field team. You will manage trees and vegetation near our distribution network, ensuring safe, on-schedule work while following the highest safety standards.

Role is mobile and predominantly field-based with travel required; a current driving licence is essential. Base location must be within 30 minutes of the listed depot, and full PPE and tools are provided. SSE offers a range of flexible benefits and a company vehicle.