Rail Arborist: Tree Climber & Vegetation Specialist

Lanes Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,342 - 29,317; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance scheme

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Weeky pay

Job summary

A rail maintenance company is looking for experienced Tree Climbers to work on vegetation management projects within the Transport for London network. This role requires safe climbing, rigging techniques, and adherence to strict railway safety standards. Essential qualifications include NPTC/LANTRA certifications and a Sentinel card. Successful candidates will perform tree works such as felling and maintenance, working flexibly across various locations, including Hillingdon, with competitive pay and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tree Climber/Arborist, ideally in rail.
• Essential qualifications CS30/201, CS31/202, CS38/206 & 306, CS39/308.
• PTS/Sentinel card required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out tree works including climbing and aerial cutting.
• Operate and maintain climbing and chainsaw equipment.
• Complete daily risk assessments and safety briefings.

Skills

Tree climbing

Rigging techniques

Health & Safety legislation

Chainsaw operation

Vegetation management

Education

NPTC/LANTRA qualifications

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Chainsaw

MEWP (IPAF)

Woodchipper

Brush cutter

Job description

A rail maintenance company is looking for experienced Tree Climbers to work on vegetation management projects within the Transport for London network. This role requires safe climbing, rigging techniques, and adherence to strict railway safety standards. Essential qualifications include NPTC/LANTRA certifications and a Sentinel card. Successful candidates will perform tree works such as felling and maintenance, working flexibly across various locations, including Hillingdon, with competitive pay and supportive work environment.