Trainee Arborist: Build Your Career in Vegetation Management

The Crown Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training and development

Qualifications on offer

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Long service awards

Company events

Job summary

The Crown Group is seeking a motivated Trainee Arborist to join our Vegetation Management team in a full-time role. Training will be provided, no prior arboricultural experience is required, and a full UK driving licence is essential for this position.

You will work outdoors on vegetation management projects along railway infrastructure, with hands-on supervision and opportunities to gain industry qualifications as you progress.

Qualifications

• No arboricultural experience required; training provided.
• Full UK driving licence essential.
• Willing to learn and develop practical skills.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physically demanding work; safe and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vegetation clearance along railway infrastructure and other sites.
• Cut trees, shrubs and overgrown vegetation.
• Assist qualified arborists with felling, pruning and dismantling operations.
• Learn to safely use chainsaws, brushcutters and other equipment.
• Process timber and vegetation using woodchippers and related gear.
• Maintain safe clearance around railway signals, signage and structures.
• Assist with site setup, maintenance and general arboricultural operations.
• Follow site risk assessments, method statements and safety procedures.
• Develop knowledge of arboriculture and railway safety.

Skills

Interest in arboriculture

Willing to learn

Outdoor work

Team player

Reliable

Job description

The Crown Group is seeking a motivated Trainee Arborist to join our Vegetation Management team in a full-time role. Training will be provided, no prior arboricultural experience is required, and a full UK driving licence is essential for this position.

You will work outdoors on vegetation management projects along railway infrastructure, with hands-on supervision and opportunities to gain industry qualifications as you progress.