Tree Surgeon

Chappell Enterprises UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Chappell Enterprises UK is seeking an experienced climbing arborist for a well-established tree management client near Thame, Oxfordshire. You will perform pruning, sectional felling, and climbing while leading a small crew and ensuring safe work site setup.

Applicants should have proven arboriculture experience, CS30/31/38/39 certificates, and a full UK driving license. This permanent, full-time role offers a salary of £34,000–£40,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven arboriculture/tree surgery experience.
• CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39 certificates held.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree surgery tasks, including pruning, sectional felling, and climbing.
• Lead a team and ensure safe work site setup.
• Conduct on-site risk assessments and follow health and safety procedures.
• Maintain tools and vehicles in good working order.
• Collaborate with team members to complete jobs on time.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Arboriculture experience

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Job description

In Brief

Job Title: Experienced Climbing Arborist
Location: Thame, Oxfordshire
Salary: £34,000.00 - £40,000.00 (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
Start Date: To be determined
Sector: Tree Management
Key Requirements: Proven experience in arboriculture, full UK driving license.

Please note - A full and clean UK driving license is required to be considered for this role.

Chappell Enterprises UK is recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established tree management company, looking for two experienced climbing arborists to join their growing team.

About our client:

Our client is a well-established tree management company based near Thame, Oxfordshire. They are recognized for their commitment to quality and safety, offering top-tier arboricultural services.

About the role:

As an experienced climbing arborist, you will perform all tasks related to tree surgery, including pruning, sectional felling, and climbing. You will lead a team, ensuring the setup of the work site and adherence to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all tree surgery tasks, including climbing, pruning, and sectional felling.
• Lead a team and ensure the setup of the work site.
• Conduct on-site risk assessments and follow health and safety procedures.
• Maintain tools and vehicles in good working order.
• Collaborate with team members to complete jobs on time.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

Essential -

• Proven experience in arboriculture/tree surgery.
• Certificates CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39.
• Full UK driving license.
• Positive attitude and team spirit.
• Reliability and commitment.
• Great attention to detail.

Desirable -

• CSCS card, MEWP, first aid, safe use of woodchippers, safe use of stump grinders.
• Experience in mentoring junior members.

Why join our client?

• Established and reputable company with consistent work.
• Supportive and experienced team environment.
• Investment in your training and professional future.
• Long-term progression opportunities within the company.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are a disability-confident employer, offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential minimum criteria for the role.