Rail Vegetation Operative: Tree Work & Ground Ops

Lanes Group; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Group Ltd is recruiting Vegetation Operatives to perform hands-on tree works in a rail environment, supporting arborists and ensuring vegetation clearance along the railway. You will operate chainsaws and assist with ground operations on TfL projects.

The role requires proven rail experience, NPTC/LANTRA qualifications, and a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards. Shift patterns may include nights and rail possessions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a groundsman, ideally within the rail industry.
• NPTC/LANTRA qualifications including CS30/201, CS31/202, CS38/206 & 306.
• Full UK Driving Licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out tree works and the supporting of arborists.
• 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 chainsaw equipment to legal and rail standards.
• Support ground operations, including rope work and timber processing.
• Work flexibly, including nights, weekends, and during rail possessions.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Rail industry exposure

Health & Safety awareness

Tools

CS30/201 Chainsaw

CS31/202 Felling

CS38/206 & 306

Sentinel

MEWP (IPAF)

Job description

Lanes Group Ltd is recruiting Vegetation Operatives to perform hands-on tree works in a rail environment, supporting arborists and ensuring vegetation clearance along the railway. You will operate chainsaws and assist with ground operations on TfL projects.

The role requires proven rail experience, NPTC/LANTRA qualifications, and a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards. Shift patterns may include nights and rail possessions.