Second Climber - Tree Care & Aerial Pruning Expert

Southampton City Council; Southampton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent local government pension

Death in service benefit of x3 salary

Generous holiday 25-31 days

Flexible working options

Family-friendly policies

Training and development

Health and wellbeing support

Veteran-friendly employer

Retail discounts

Discounted sports memberships

Sustainable travel benefits

Volunteer days

Job summary

Southampton City Council's Tree Surgery Team is seeking an experienced Improving (2nd) Climber to perform aerial tree work, pruning and dismantling across Southampton's parks, highways, schools and public spaces.

The role requires climbing experience, a strong safety culture, and a full UK driving licence; towing entitlement and Level 2 Arboriculture qualification are advantageous as you contribute to a safer, greener city.

Qualifications

• Experience with climbing arboriculture and aerial tree work.
• Competent in chainsaw use for pruning and dismantling tasks.
• Hold a full UK driving licence; towing entitlement advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake aerial tree work, pruning and dismantling across parks, highways, schools and public spaces.
• Work with safety-focused team to deliver tree management operations.

Skills

Aerial tree work

Chainsaw operation

Driving licence

Team player

Education

Level 2 Arboriculture qualification

Job description

Southampton City Council's Tree Surgery Team is seeking an experienced Improving (2nd) Climber to perform aerial tree work, pruning and dismantling across Southampton's parks, highways, schools and public spaces.

The role requires climbing experience, a strong safety culture, and a full UK driving licence; towing entitlement and Level 2 Arboriculture qualification are advantageous as you contribute to a safer, greener city.