Utility Arboriculture Surveyor (Reading)

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

Job summary

A leading utility services provider in Slough is seeking a Utility Arboriculture Surveyor. You will be responsible for ensuring safety clearances from overhead networks while delivering excellent customer service. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of arboriculture experience and necessary qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

Inclusivity-focused workplace

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Understand industry legislation and safety guidelines.
• Prepare work packs in line with contract specifications.
• Liaise with landowners and stakeholders.

Skills

Arboriculture expertise

Team mentoring

Risk assessment

Education

UA1, UA2.1, UA5 certifications

Job description

Job Title: Utility Arboriculture Surveyor (Reading), Slough

Client:

Network Plus

Location:

Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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 sits 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 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 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 inherent dangers.
• Ensure safety for yourself and others on site.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.
• Coordinate with the wider team to ensure work is tracked and completed as per client requirements.
• Work autonomously with a focus on delivering professional, first-class service.

Experience and Qualifications:

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

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and a full benefits package. Network Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating diversity and committed to inclusivity. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel and military spouses/partners.

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.