Trainee Tree Surgeon & Ground Staff — Outdoor Career

Aquarius Trees; Brighton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquarius Trees in Brighton is seeking a motivated Trainee Tree Surgeon/Ground staff to work alongside experienced arborists and grounds staff, learning practical and professional skills for a career in tree work. You will assist with tree surgery, pruning, dismantling and grounds maintenance, support climbing teams on site, and learn to use equipment safely.

This is a practical outdoor role requiring reliability, physical fitness, a willingness to learn and teamwork, with structured on-the-job

Qualifications

• No formal arboriculture qualifications required; training provided.
• Reliability and willingness to learn essential.
• Committed to safety and working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tree surgery, pruning, dismantling and grounds maintenance.
• Support climbing teams and qualified arborists on site.
• Use and maintain equipment safely following training.
• Assist with site setup, traffic and pedestrian management.
• Develop tree identification and safe-working knowledge.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Willing to learn

Outdoor work

Job description

Aquarius Trees in Brighton is seeking a motivated Trainee Tree Surgeon/Ground staff to work alongside experienced arborists and grounds staff, learning practical and professional skills for a career in tree work. You will assist with tree surgery, pruning, dismantling and grounds maintenance, support climbing teams on site, and learn to use equipment safely.

This is a practical outdoor role requiring reliability, physical fitness, a willingness to learn and teamwork, with structured on-the-job