Rail Arborist & Tree Climber

Lanes Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance scheme

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Weekly pay

Job summary

Lanes Group is seeking experienced Tree Climbers for vegetation management projects on the TfL rail network. This hands-on role requires safe climbing, rigging, and compliance with railway safety standards on site in Hillingdon.

Responsibilities include tree dismantling, clearance, and maintenance along the railway, with risk assessments and equipment operation. Night and weekend work may be required; training is provided for additional qualifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tree Climber/Arborist, ideally within the rail industry.
• NPTC/LANTRA qualifications including CS30/201, CS31/202, CS38/206, CS39/308.
• PTS (Personal Track Safety) / Sentinel card - essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
• Additional qualifications desirable (MEWP/IPAF, Woodchipper, Brush cutter/strimmer, First Aid +F)

Responsibilities

• Carry out climbing, aerial cutting, rigging, and tree dismantling in line with rail standards.
• Deliver vegetation clearance, tree felling, and maintenance along the railway.
• Work safely within the TfL environment, following all Rule Book and Sentinel requirements.
• Operate and maintain climbing and chainsaw equipment to rail standards.
• Complete daily risk assessments, inspections, and safety briefings.
• Support ground operations, including rope work and timber processing.
• Work flexibly, including nights, weekends, and during rail possessions.

Skills

Tree climbing

Arborist

Rail industry

Education

NPTC/LANTRA CS30/201, CS31/202, CS38/206, CS39/308

PTS / Sentinel

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

MEWP (IPAF)

Job description

Lanes Group is seeking experienced Tree Climbers for vegetation management projects on the TfL rail network. This hands-on role requires safe climbing, rigging, and compliance with railway safety standards on site in Hillingdon.

Responsibilities include tree dismantling, clearance, and maintenance along the railway, with risk assessments and equipment operation. Night and weekend work may be required; training is provided for additional qualifications.