Utility Arboriculture Surveyor (Lincoln)

JR United Kingdom; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility services provider in Grantham is seeking a Utility Arboriculture Surveyor to ensure compliance with safety regulations and manage vegetation near overhead electrical networks. Candidates should have at least 2 years of arboriculture experience and specific certifications. The role involves preparing work packages and mentoring junior staff while working independently. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years arboriculture experience required.
• Hold UA1, UA2.1, and UA5 certifications.

Responsibilities

• Understand industry legislation and safety guidelines.
• Prepare work packs for operational arborists.
• Liaise with landowners for work consent.
• Ensure site safety for all personnel.
• Coach junior team members.

Skills

Industry legislation knowledge

Risk assessment skills

Coaching and mentoring

Autonomous working

Education

UA1 certification

UA2.1 certification

UA5 certification

Job description

Job Title: Utility Arboriculture Surveyor (Lincoln), Grantham

Client:

Network Plus

Location:

Grantham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

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 sits within our arboriculture and infrastructure vegetation management division where we have an excellent reputation for the safe and efficient delivery of arboriculture and infrastructure vegetation management services. Operating across the Midlands and the South East, from our Ledbury and Hermitage offices, we work across numerous strategic, long-term contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand relevant industry legislation and safety guidelines related to arboricultural work.
• Recognize the importance of site-specific risk assessments and emergency procedures.
• Prepare work packs in accordance with contract specifications to enable operational arborists to carry out their work.
• Liaise with private landowners and stakeholders to gain consent for works.
• Identify and understand safety zones and their inherent dangers.
• Ensure safety for 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, maintaining a professional manner and focus on delivering quality 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 full benefits package.

Network Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We are Armed Forces-friendly and 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 business providing utility and infrastructure services across the UK, including gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and included.