Utility Arboriculture Surveyor (Basingstoke)

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility services provider in Southampton is seeking a Utility Arboriculture Surveyor to ensure safety clearances from overhead electrical networks. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of arboriculture experience and the necessary UA certifications. You will be responsible for conducting risk assessments, mentoring junior staff, and liaising with stakeholders to ensure compliance. This role offers competitive pay and a full benefits package.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Understand relevant industry legislation and safety guidelines for arboricultural work.
• Recognize the importance of site-specific risk assessments.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Arboriculture

Risk assessment

Team leadership

Education

UA1 certification

UA2.1 certification

UA5 certification

Job description

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Utility Arboriculture Surveyor (Basingstoke), Southampton

Client: Network Plus

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 14.08.2025

Expiry Date: 28.09.2025

Job Description:

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, where we have an excellent reputation 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 work on numerous strategic, long-term contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand relevant industry legislation and safety guidelines for arboricultural work
• Recognize the importance of site-specific risk assessments and emergency procedures
• Collate work packs in line with contract specifications for operational arborists
• Liaise with private landowners and stakeholders to gain consent for works
• Identify and understand safety zones and their dangers
• Ensure safety of yourself and others on site
• Coach and mentor junior team members
• Work with the wider team to track and complete work according to client requirements
• Work autonomously, delivering professional, first-class service

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 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 and a full benefits package.

Network Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating diversity and ensuring non-discrimination. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning provider of utility and infrastructure services across the UK, valuing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.