Utility Arboriculture Surveyor

Go Traffic Management Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Utility Arboriculture Surveyor to provide exceptional service while ensuring safety standards are met. In this role, you will utilize your arboriculture expertise to assess and manage vegetation around electrical networks. You will work independently and collaboratively to prepare work packs, conduct risk assessments, and mentor junior team members. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to contribute to significant contracts across the Midlands and South East, all while being part of a company that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in arboriculture is essential.
• Certifications in UA1, UA2.1, and UA5 are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site-specific risk assessments and develop emergency procedures.
• Liaise with stakeholders to gain necessary consents for work.

Skills

Arboriculture

Risk Assessment

Safety Guidelines

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

UA1 Certification

UA2.1 Certification

UA5 Certification

Job description

Utility Arboriculture Surveyor

Department: EOS

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Peterborough

Compensation: £38,000 / year

Description

As a Utility Surveyor, using your technical expertise, you will deliver a first-class service to our customers with safety being paramount. Your role will be to identify, evaluate, and quantify work required to maintain contract specification safety clearances from overhead electrical networks.

This role is within our arboriculture and infrastructure vegetation management division, known for safe and efficient delivery of arboriculture and vegetation management services. Operating across the Midlands and South East from our Ledbury and Hermitage offices, we manage numerous strategic, long-term contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand relevant industry legislation and safety guidelines related to arboricultural work.
• Conduct site-specific risk assessments and develop robust emergency procedures.
• Prepare work packs in line with contract specifications to enable operational arborists to perform their tasks.
• Liaise with private landowners and stakeholders to gain necessary consents.
• Identify and understand safety zones and their inherent dangers.
• Ensure safety of yourself and others on site.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.
• Collaborate with the wider delivery team to track and complete work according to client requirements.
• Work autonomously with a focus on delivering high-quality, professional service.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ arboriculture experience.
• Hold UA1, UA2.1, and UA5 certifications.
• Additional competencies are advantageous.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a comprehensive benefits package.

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