Tree Surgeons/ De- Veg Ops- Cambridge- £30k- £45K DOE

Manpower Group (UK); Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

No weekend work

Career progression

Modern machinery

Supportive team

Job summary

Manpower Group (UK) in Cambridge is recruiting for De-Veg Operative - Highways. The role pays £30,000-£45,000 with a 50% night uplift, and offers full-time hours Monday to Friday with no weekends. You will work on highways vegetation, operating tractors, and performing safety-focused tree work when needed.

Applicants should hold a valid UK driving licence (B); CSCS, CS30/31, and brushcutter qualifications are expected. Training and career progression are available within a professional team.

Qualifications

• Experience in arboriculture or highways required.
• Valid UK driving licence (B); C1 preferred.
• CSCS card and CS30/31 certification are required.
• Brushcutter qualification and MEWP/FAA W qualification are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors with flails to keep verges tidy.
• Drive safely between sites on public highways.
• Perform daily machine checks and light maintenance.
• Work within traffic-managed environments.
• Record site work and details on a tablet.
• Carry out tree works safely for tree surgeons/climbers.

Skills

Driving Licence

Arboriculture experience

CSCS card

CS30/31 certification

Brushcutter qualification

MEWP/FAAW qualification

Tree surgeon/climber experience

Day/night shift willingness

Education

CSCS card & CS30/31 certification

Brushcutter qualification

MEWP & FAAW qualification

Tools

Tractors with flails

Tablet/site records

Job description

De-Veg Operative - Highways (Cambridge)
Salary: £30,000-£45,000 + 50% night uplift
Hours: Full-Time, Monday-Friday (No weekends!)

Love working outdoors? Enjoy driving powerful machinery? Want a career that grows with you?

We are currently looking for experienced Tree Surgeons and Climbers to join our growing highways vegetation team in Cambridge. This isn't just a job - it's a long-term career opportunity where your skills are valued, and your development is encouraged.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Operating tractors with flails to keep verges pristine
• Driving safely between sites on public highways
• Performing daily machine checks and light maintenance
• Working confidently within traffic-managed environments
• Recording site work and details using a tablet
• For tree surgeons/climbers: carrying out tree works safely and efficiently

What We're Looking For:

• Valid UK Driving Licence (B required, C1 preferred)
• Experience in arboriculture or highways (highways experience is a bonus!)
• CSCS card & CS30/31 certification
• Brushcutter qualification
• MEWP & FAAW+F (desirable)
• Experience as a Tree Surgeon or Climber
• Willingness to work day/night shifts, Monday-Friday

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Competitive pay with strong earning potential
• No weekend work - enjoy your free time!
• Career progression: training, certifications, and development encouraged
• Access to modern, reliable machinery
• Join a supportive, professional team where safety comes first

This is your chance to join a company that invests in its people and values long-term commitment. Grow your skills, earn certifications, and build a rewarding career in the highways and arboriculture industry.

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